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Indianapolis weather forecast
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The gist
Record rain drains into Indiana rivers as 90-degree heat and storms return Saturday. Flood watch continues through Saturday night for central Indiana.
Background
Central Indiana has been hit by record-breaking rainfall from a stalled front, with over 11 inches in New Castle and more than 7 inches in Greensburg from August 11-13. The ground is saturated, and a flood watch remains in effect as additional showers and storms are possible.
How it unfolded
- Aug 11, 2026 -13, 2026A stalled front drops record rain across central Indiana, with 11.43 inches in New Castle and over 7 inches in Greensburg.
- Aug 14, 2026Flood watch continues through Saturday night; forecast calls for hot and humid conditions with highs near 90 degrees and a slight risk of severe storms.
- Aug 15, 2026Scattered showers and storms expected, mainly in north-central Indiana, with a slight (2 out of 5) risk of severe storms for eastern Indiana.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- National Weather Service warns of continued flood risk due to saturated ground and additional rainfall.
- Caution
- Local meteorologists advise residents to stay alert for severe weather and potential flooding through the weekend.