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Indianapolis in June
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.3 in (134 mm) falling in Indianapolis, 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 48 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What June feels like
Days are warm, averaging 81°F (27°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 62°F (17°C).
With 79% average humidity, it feels muggy.
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 48 min of daylight.
- Humidity season begins: 79% on average, up from 79% in May.
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in May to 74/100.
- June sits inside the May – Oct window our Indiana & Ohio City-Nature Loop recommends.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- 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 picks involve some walking
What to do in Indianapolis in June
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Shapiro's Delicatessen
Family-run deli since 1905; cafeteria line for corned beef and pastrami.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.3 in of rain.
Newfields
Indianapolis Museum of Art plus 100+ acres of gardens and the Lilly House.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.3 in of rain.
Sun King Brewery
Downtown taproom of one of Indiana's best-known craft breweries.
Why now Easy to slot in when June's rain moves in.
St. Elmo Steak House
Downtown steakhouse since 1902, famous for a fiery horseradish shrimp cocktail.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter June days.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
Race cars and Indy 500 history at the speedway; grounds tours often run.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in June.
Nearby in June
- Broad Ripple in June~7 mi · highs 81°F, 5.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in June~99 mi · highs 83°F, 4.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Louisville in June~107 mi · highs 83°F, 4.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Indiana Dunes in June~138 mi · highs 78°F, 3.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
These averages also cover Downtown Indianapolis.
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.
Indianapolis in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Indianapolis?
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. June is inside the May – Oct window our Indiana & Ohio City-Nature Loop recommends.
How hot is Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), 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 picks involve some walking).
More on Indianapolis
Routes in season in June
- Indiana & Ohio City-Nature Loop May – Oct
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