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Broad Ripple in June
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.3 in (134 mm) falling in Broad Ripple, alongside highs near 81°F (27°C) and lows of 62°F (17°C).
It scores 74/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 5.3 in (134 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What June feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights cool to an average low of 62°F (17°C).
Humidity averages 79%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.3 in (134 mm) across the month.
Plan around June
June is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September & October).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 49 min of daylight.
- Humidity season begins: 79% on average, up from 79% in May.
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in May to 74/100.
- 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 — June falls outside it.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 81°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics79% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.3 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Broad Ripple in June
With 5.3 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
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 for a month with 5.3 in of rain.
Vogue Theatre
1938 movie house turned music venue on College Avenue; it hosted a 21+ NYE show in 2025.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.3 in of rain.
Broad Ripple Park
City park on the north bank of the White River with riverside paths and a view back toward the village.
Holcomb Gardens
Formal gardens and a canal-side lawn on the Butler University campus, a short drive south of the village.
Nearby in June
- Indianapolis in June~7 mi · highs 81°F, 5.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in June~102 mi · highs 83°F, 4.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Louisville in June~114 mi · highs 83°F, 4.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Indiana Dunes in June~132 mi · highs 78°F, 3.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Broad Ripple?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 74/100 against a best of 89 in September & October. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain.
How hot is Broad Ripple in June?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Broad Ripple in June?
Yes: about 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.9 in (1141 mm).
What should I pack for Broad Ripple in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 81°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (79% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.3 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Broad Ripple
Planning Broad Ripple in June?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.