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Indianapolis (IN) Climate by Month

The climate in Indianapolis is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Indianapolis, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 2°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -7°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Indianapolis experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1202 mm of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, June receives high rainfall, averaging 157 mm of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less snow/rainfall, with 69 mm over 10 snowy/rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Indianapolis. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Indianapolis in the United States of America

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Indianapolis?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Indianapolis?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Indianapolis?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Indianapolis?
    June tops the wettest month list with 157 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Indianapolis?
    February is the driest month with 69 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Indianapolis?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 297 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Indianapolis (IN)

    Fri   Nov 22
    7°C | 0°C
    NW 29 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    8°C | 3°C
    W 18 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    13°C | 2°C
    S 22 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain