Late winter · Weather & things to do
Broad Ripple in February
Broad Ripple sees its driest month, with just 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain or snow, highs of 38°F (3°C) and lows of 21°F (-6°C).
With a comfort score of 43/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 38°F (3°C)
- Avg low
- 21°F (-6°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.7 in (68 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 29 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Highs only reach about 38°F (3°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 21°F (-6°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 2.7 in (68 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are September & October.
- Comfort holds steady from January (42 → 43/100).
- 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 — February falls outside it.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 21°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.7 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Broad Ripple in February
With highs near 38°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Holcomb Gardens
Formal gardens and a canal-side lawn on the Butler University campus, a short drive south of the village.
Monon Trail
Paved rail trail running through the middle of Broad Ripple, busy with walkers and runners on Jan 1.
Vogue Theatre
1938 movie house turned music venue on College Avenue; it hosted a 21+ NYE show in 2025.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 38°F.
Newfields
The Indianapolis Museum of Art and its gardens; Winterlights fills the grounds with about 2 million lights into early January.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 38°F.
Nearby in February
- Indianapolis in February~7 mi · highs 38°F, 2.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in February~102 mi · highs 42°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Louisville in February~114 mi · highs 43°F, 3.4 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Indiana Dunes in February~132 mi · highs 35°F, 2.2 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, 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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Broad Ripple?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 43/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are September & October. Expect highs of 38°F (3°C) and 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain or snow.
How cold is Broad Ripple in February?
Average highs are 38°F (3°C) and average lows 21°F (-6°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Broad Ripple in February?
Some: about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 44.9 in (1141 mm).
What should I pack for Broad Ripple in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 21°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.7 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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