Early spring · Weather & things to do
Broad Ripple in March
Broad Ripple warms up: highs climb to 50°F (10°C), from 38°F in February, with lows of 31°F (-1°C) and about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 58/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 50°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 31°F (-1°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (88 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 58/100 · Fair
What March feels like
Cool days top out near 50°F (10°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Average lows of 31°F (-1°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (88 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are September & October.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by April, lows rise to 42°F.
- Comfort improves from 43/100 in February to 58/100.
- 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 — March falls outside it.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 50°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 31°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Broad Ripple in March
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Indy Art Center
Community art center on the White River with ARTSPARK, a free outdoor sculpture park reached from the Monon Trail.
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.
Vogue Theatre
1938 movie house turned music venue on College Avenue; it hosted a 21+ NYE show in 2025.
Nearby in March
- Indianapolis in March~7 mi · highs 50°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in March~102 mi · highs 53°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Louisville in March~114 mi · highs 55°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Indiana Dunes in March~132 mi · highs 46°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (4°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Broad Ripple?
It's middling, scoring 58/100. The best months are September & October, at up to 89. Expect highs of 50°F (10°C) and 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain.
How cold is Broad Ripple in March?
Average highs are 50°F (10°C) and average lows 31°F (-1°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Broad Ripple in March?
Some: about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.9 in (1141 mm).
What should I pack for Broad Ripple in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 50°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 31°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Broad Ripple
Planning Broad Ripple in March?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.