A line of storms capable of dropping heavy rain, hail and tornados is expected to move through Indiana starting Sunday afternoon, prompting warnings for Hoosiers to keep an eye on the skies.
Sunday’s storms are expected to hit Indiana between 2-11 p.m. Sunday, with the National Weather Service forecasting a moderate threat for potentially damaging winds, hail and tornado risk. Damaging straight-line winds, including gusts of more than 70 mph, are the main threat forecast by NWS, but there’s also a moderate risk for hail of 1 inch to 2 inches in diameter, along with isolated tornadoes.
Sunday’s highest threat for tornadoes is in the southern part of the state, including areas around Bloomington, Seymour, Vincennes, Jasper and Evansville.
The National Weather Service in Indianapolis is forecasting potential severe weather for the afternoon and evening of Sunday, March 30, 2025.
Rainfall from the anticipated storm, combined with potential precipitation from storms later in the week, will also elevate the risk of flooding in low-lying areas and along riverbanks.
Here’s when and what to expect severe weather in Central Indiana as all of the state is under a hazardous weather outlook Sunday.
When are thunderstorms expected Sunday in Central Indiana ?
Scattered showers are expected before 2 p.m., with the likelihood of showers and thunderstorms increasing from 2-5 p.m., according to NWS. Showers and thunderstorms are expected before 2 a.m. Monday before the chance of additional precipitation decreases into Monday morning.
What is the threat of wind damage around Indianapolis?
This is likely to change depending on the storm’s track, but as of Sunday morning the NWS is forecasting winds of 10-14 mph with gusts up to 28 mph Sunday in Central Indiana. That’s a far cry from the damaging winds that could be associated with the storm, but the situation can change quickly and should be monitored by anyone anticipating outdoor activity Sunday afternoon.
What about Sunday’s temperature in Indianapolis?
The daytime high is expected to reach 73 degrees Fahrenheit Sunday before the storm drops temperatures toward an overnight low of 43. Expect a cool Monday after the storm, with the daytime high forecast at 45 and an overnight low at or below freezing heading into Tuesday.
How much rain is Central Indiana expected to see Sunday?
The NWS expects the chance of precipitation to grow from 60% in the daytime to 80% Sunday night. New rainfall of a half an inch to an inch is possible into Monday.
This story will be updated with additional information as it is made available Sunday.
Eric Larsen is IndyStar executive editor. Reach him at [email protected].
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