Unseasonably Warm Christmas Forecast for Indiana Shows 50s, 60s, and Near-70° Temperatures Extending From Gary to Evansville on December 25, 2025
INDIANA — Forecast confidence is increasing that Christmas Day 2025 will bring unseasonably warm temperatures across Indiana, with much of the state expected to reach the 50s and 60s, and areas near the Kentucky border potentially climbing close to 70 degrees. Meteorologists say the latest temperature projections show a widespread warm pattern unlike typical late-December conditions.
Key Christmas Day Temperature Highlights
To clearly summarize the most important forecast details:
- Northern Indiana: 52–55°F expected across cities like Gary, South Bend, and Fort Wayne
- Central Indiana: 57–64°F for locations including Lafayette, Muncie, Indianapolis, Terre Haute, and Bloomington
- Southern Indiana: 61–69°F extending through Versailles, Vincennes, New Albany, and Evansville
- Warmest region: Evansville and surrounding counties may approach 69–70°F
- Pattern confidence: Forecasters note increasing agreement across multiple models
- Unusual for late December: Temperatures will run well above seasonal averages statewide
Widespread Warmth Extends Across the State
Latest maps from the Indiana Weather Network show a clear temperature gradient, with northern counties remaining cooler in the low to mid-50s while central and southern regions trend much warmer. The warmest pocket is forecast along the Ohio River, where Evansville and New Albany could see upper 60s, pushing the threshold of a rare late-December near-70° reading.
Meteorologists say the setup is driven by a strong southerly flow and a lack of Arctic air intrusions during the week leading up to the holiday.
Forecasters Watching for Any Late-Week Changes
Although confidence is growing, officials caution that holiday forecasts can shift quickly if the storm track changes or if colder air funnels south faster than expected. For now, all indicators suggest Indiana will experience a mild, comfortable Christmas rather than a cold or snowy one.
Any updates to this forecast will be communicated as new model data becomes available. Have you experienced unusually warm Christmas weather in Indiana before? Share your observations and follow ongoing updates at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
