Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Broad Ripple in September
Broad Ripple cools off: highs slip to 78°F (26°C), from 83°F in August, with lows of 56°F (13°C) and about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain.
September opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 89/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 15 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 56°F (13°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
Some rain is likely, about 3.2 in (81 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around September
September is one of Broad Ripple's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 65°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: September & October.
- Comfort improves from 78/100 in August to 89/100.
- 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 — September falls outside it.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes78°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 56°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Broad Ripple in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Broad Ripple Park
City park on the north bank of the White River with riverside paths and a view back toward the village.
Why now September scores 89/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Holcomb Gardens
Formal gardens and a canal-side lawn on the Butler University campus, a short drive south of the village.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Indy Art Center
Community art center on the White River with ARTSPARK, a free outdoor sculpture park reached from the Monon Trail.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Newfields
The Indianapolis Museum of Art and its gardens; Winterlights fills the grounds with about 2 million lights into early January.
Nearby in September
- Indianapolis in September~7 mi · highs 78°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in September~102 mi · highs 82°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Louisville in September~114 mi · highs 82°F, 3.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Indiana Dunes in September~132 mi · highs 76°F, 3.1 in rain · 1°C (2°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Broad Ripple?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 89/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain.
How hot is Broad Ripple in September?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 56°F (13°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Broad Ripple in September?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.9 in (1141 mm).
What should I pack for Broad Ripple in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (78°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 56°F), 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 September?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.