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Warm spell yields to cold front, rain and cooler temperatures

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Indianapolis: Meteorologists forecast warm, stormy conditions across Central Indiana on Monday, May 4, 2026, followed by a cold front bringing widespread rain and cooler temperatures on Tuesday. Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms were expected, with highs in the low to mid 70s during the afternoon and evening hours before temperatures fall into the lower 60s.

Residents and officials were advised to prepare for gusty winds, isolated hail, and periods of heavy rain Tuesday afternoon and evening; the northern half of Indiana was under a Level 1 out of 5 risk for severe storms. Forecasts for neighboring states showed midweek temperature swings, with Washington D.C. reaching the 80s on Tuesday before a midweek cool-down.

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  1. 1. Saturday: Sub-freezing lows observed across parts of Mid-Michigan, threatening spring plants and crops.
  2. 2. Sunday: Temperatures rebounded into the 60s in many Midwestern neighborhoods.
  3. 3. Monday (May 4, 2026): Widespread mild to warm conditions reported, with highs in the 70s regionally.
  4. 4. Tuesday: A cold front moves through Central Indiana bringing widespread rain and a drop to the lower 60s.
  5. 5. Wednesday–Thursday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible across multiple regions as cooler air settles in.

Why it matters

This sudden weather shift could affect your daily routines. If you're in Central Indiana, prepare for gusty winds and heavy rain. Protect your spring plants from potential hail. Check on elderly neighbors who might need help.

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