It’s that time of year again when everyone starts to wonder what spring has in store. In Indiana, spring can be a multitude of things; it can even get a little crazy, with severe weather and snowstorms both on the table. What does the 2023 spring in Indiana hold? Though it’s impossible to actually forecast for the entire season (as a general rule of thumb you don’t want to give forecasts for anything more than three days out much weight), it can be quite a bit of fun to try. Enter the good old Farmers Almanac, which says this spring in Indiana ought to be cool and stormy.

You may not want to pack up the winter coat just yet.
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Though, as we said, the forecasts made by Farmers Almanac ought to be taken with a grain or two of salt, they are still pretty fun.
This year, it has forecasted that April might be... snowy?
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...yeah. Ugh. Just when we've all collectively decided we're over this whole winter thing, it's gotta come in for an encore.
Once that's over, however, the Great Lakes region - which includes the Hoosier State - is said to be on the receiving end of an active and early storm season.
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Typically, Indiana's tornado season doesn't begin until late spring into early summer, though from time to time something interesting will occur during April and May, while the Great Plains typically sees higher activity.

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So, this year, it's thought to be about to come in freezing and go out storming... we'll see what happens.
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In the meantime, however, we can all enjoy the hints of the coming change in seasons. We don't know about you, but spring in Indiana is one of the most beautiful times to visit (or live in) the Hoosier State.
Take advantage of the days that have pleasant weather by indulging in all sorts of delightful outdoor activities, like hiking, camping, and even boating once the lakes begin to thaw.
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Discover amazing state parks, breathtaking wildflowers, and so much more all over the state. It doesn't matter which part of Indiana you're located in, you'll find something amazing (and delightfully springy) to do fairly quickly. Spring is a wonderful time of abundance and rebirth, and we think it's the best time to get out and enjoy the weather (when it's not raining, anyway).
Whether the Almanac's predictions come true or not, one thing is definitely for certain:
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Springtime in Indiana is an amazing time to get out and enjoy it, and we think it ought to be the official state season (if there was such a thing, anyway).

To check out the long-range Farmers Almanac forecast for yourself, be sure to visit the official website. Can’t get enough of springtime in IN? No worries. Check out any one of these absolutely incredible springtime hikes in Indiana for some excellent ideas.

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