The best times to visit Northern Indiana for ideal weather are

April 30th to September 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Northern Indiana Travel Info

Weather in Northern Indiana

Temperature

Average temperatures in Northern Indiana vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 56th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Northern Indiana, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 84.4°F (29.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64°F (17.8°C) at night.

Northern Indiana Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Northern Indiana Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Northern Indiana Perceived Temperature (F)

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Northern Indiana Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Northern Indiana Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 31.5 24.3 17.7
Feb 32.2 24.8 18.1
Mar 48.7 38.6 30.7
Apr 61.4 49.6 39.9
May 73.6 62.1 51.7
Jun 80.6 70.1 61
Jul 83.1 72.6 62.6
Aug 81.5 70.6 61
Sep 75.2 63.9 54.5
Oct 63.1 52.3 43.7
Nov 49.4 40.6 33.3
Dec 37.2 31.2 25.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -0.3 -4.3 -7.9
Feb 0.1 -4 -7.7
Mar 9.3 3.7 -0.7
Apr 16.3 9.8 4.4
May 23.1 16.7 10.9
Jun 27 21.2 16.1
Jul 28.4 22.6 17
Aug 27.5 21.4 16.1
Sep 24 17.7 12.5
Oct 17.3 11.3 6.5
Nov 9.7 4.8 0.7
Dec 2.9 -0.4 -3.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Northern Indiana are October, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late April with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of April 23rd.

When can you find snow in Northern Indiana? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Northern Indiana.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Northern Indiana (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 4% 0 0.3
Feb 7% 0 0.6
Mar 7% 0 0.8
Apr 10% 0 1.4
May 8% 0 1.2
Jun 7% 0 0.9
Jul 2% 0 0.2
Aug 2% 0 0.2
Sep 2% 0 0.3
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 6% 0 0.8
Dec 6% 0 0.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 0.8
Feb 7 0 1.5
Mar 7 0 2
Apr 10 0 3.6
May 8 0 3
Jun 7 0 2.3
Jul 2 0 0.5
Aug 2 0 0.5
Sep 2 0 0.8
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 6 0 2
Dec 6 0 1.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Northern Indiana has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (53.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (75.2%).

Wind in Northern Indiana is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by January and February. April’s average wind speed of around 7.2 knots (8.3 MPH or 13.4 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 15.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Northern Indiana.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Feb 6.9 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Mar 6.5 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Apr 7.2 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
May 5.3 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Jun 4.5 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jul 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.7 Significant breeze
Aug 3.4 Barely noticeable 10.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.9 Barely noticeable 10.6 Significant breeze
Oct 5.2 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Nov 6 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Dec 6.3 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 70%
Feb 68.1%
Mar 59.6%
Apr 53.7%
May 55.8%
Jun 62.2%
Jul 62.6%
Aug 66.8%
Sep 64.5%
Oct 61.9%
Nov 64.2%
Dec 75.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Northern Indiana?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Northern Indiana, the United States is July, followed by June and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Northern Indiana in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 47.4 in November means 47.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Northern Indiana Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 78.8°F (26°C) and 35.7°F (2.1°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 1 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Northern Indiana, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 42.2°F (5.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 2 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Northern Indiana to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 38°F (3.3°C) and 29.4°F (-1.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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