INDIANA — Travelers and residents in Indiana should prepare for a split forecast during Thanksgiving week, with sunny, warm conditions kicking off the holiday period, followed by a potential shift to rain later in the week, according to predictions from The Old Farmer’s Almanac.
The forecast for the region suggests a generally mild start, which will benefit early holiday travel, but flexibility may be needed toward the weekend.
For those planning to travel for Thanksgiving, the timing of your departure could be crucial. Early in the week will offer the best travel conditions, as Hoosiers can look forward to warmer temperatures and abundant sunshine, which should provide good driving conditions across the state. In contrast, travelers planning to hit the road in the mid-to-late week should keep plans flexible, as a developing system will bring the likelihood of rain toward the end of the week. While the week starts mild, the possibility of heavier precipitation late in the period is worth noting.
Broader Regional Outlook
The weather pattern affecting Indiana is part of a larger, “patchwork” forecast for the nation, as described by the Almanac.
- Midwest and Ohio Valley: The wider region, including the Ohio Valley, is expected to see a similar pattern: initially milder and sunnier conditions, followed by brief showers possible midweek, and more substantial rain developing toward the end of the week. The southern parts of the Midwest, in particular, should anticipate calmer but potentially rainier weather.
- National Context: Nationally, the forecast is divided, with the East generally expecting sunshine, while the West is predicted to see more rain during the holiday week.
