Severe weather possible Tuesday, more likely on Wednesday

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 12:45 PM

SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - The National Weather Service (NWS) is tracking a weather pattern that could develop this week for south-central Indiana, with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The possible impacted area includes Bartholomew, Johnson, Jackson, Jennings, Decatur, Shelby, and Brown Counties. Showers and thunderstorms are expected on Tuesday afternoon, with a stronger system and a bigger risk for severe weather on Wednesday.

There is a "marginal" chance of thunderstorms and severe weather developing on Tuesday after 3 p.m. Damaging winds and hail are possible.

On Wednesday, a "slight" risk of severe weather and excessive rainfall is in place for Wednesday afternoon and evening. Several rounds of storms and flooding are possible.

Large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes can not be ruled out on both days.

NWS alerts residents to prepare for the possible severe weather by taking these actions:

Immediately move indoors if warnings are issued
Be weather aware and monitor forecasts closely
Have several ways to receive warnings (NOAA Weather Radio, weather apps)
Do not drive through flooded roadways

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