Late summer · Weather & things to do
Broad Ripple in August
Little changes in Broad Ripple from July: highs stay near 83°F (29°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), and about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 78/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 83°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (95 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What August feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 64°F (18°C).
Humidity averages 75%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.7 in (95 mm).
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September & October).
- Comfort improves from 72/100 in July to 78/100.
- Our Indianapolis New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Broad Ripple in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Holcomb Gardens
Formal gardens and a canal-side lawn on the Butler University campus, a short drive south of the village.
Why now August scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Indy Art Center
Community art center on the White River with ARTSPARK, a free outdoor sculpture park reached from the Monon Trail.
Why now Highs near 83°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Monon Trail
Paved rail trail running through the middle of Broad Ripple, busy with walkers and runners on Jan 1.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Vogue Theatre
1938 movie house turned music venue on College Avenue; it hosted a 21+ NYE show in 2025.
Nearby in August
- Indianapolis in August~7 mi · highs 83°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in August~102 mi · highs 88°F, 3.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Louisville in August~114 mi · highs 87°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Indiana Dunes in August~132 mi · highs 82°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Broad Ripple in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Broad Ripple?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 78/100 against a best of 89 in September & October. Expect highs of 83°F (29°C) and 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain.
How hot is Broad Ripple in August?
Average highs are 83°F (29°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Broad Ripple in August?
Some: about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.9 in (1141 mm).
What should I pack for Broad Ripple in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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