Frost and Freeze Warnings Issued for Central Indiana

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A cold front has brought cool, dry air into Central Indiana, setting the stage for frost and freeze conditions over the next few nights. A Frost Advisory is in effect from 1 AM to 9 AM Monday morning for areas southeast of Indianapolis, where frost formation is more likely. Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing Monday night, potentially leading to a freeze that could impact sensitive plants and vegetation.

Why it matters

Frost and freeze events this late in the spring can pose a threat to early-blooming plants, crops, and gardens in the region. Residents will need to take steps to protect tender vegetation from the cold temperatures.

The details

The cool, dry air mass moving into the region will result in clear skies and light winds overnight, allowing temperatures to plummet. Sunday night, temperatures are expected to drop low enough for frost formation, especially in areas southeast of Indianapolis. On Monday night, the mercury could dip into the mid-20s in some locations, potentially leading to a freeze that would require covering or bringing inside any sensitive plants.

• A Frost Advisory is in effect from 1 AM to 9 AM on Monday, April 6th.
• Temperatures are forecast to drop below freezing on Monday night, April 6th, into Tuesday morning, April 7th.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Residents in the affected areas should take steps to protect any sensitive plants or vegetation from the expected frost and freeze conditions, such as covering them or bringing them indoors.