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Indianapolis in November
Indianapolis cools off: highs slip to 51°F (11°C), from 65°F in October, with lows of 33°F (0°C) and about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 63/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 51°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (0°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (82 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What November feels like
Cool days top out near 51°F (11°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 33°F (0°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.2 in (82 mm).
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are September & October.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 8°C (14°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 85/100 in October to 63/100.
- Our Indiana & Ohio City-Nature Loop recommends May – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 51°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Indianapolis in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument
Monument Circle's 284-foot centerpiece; ride or climb to the observation deck.
Shapiro's Delicatessen
Family-run deli since 1905; cafeteria line for corned beef and pastrami.
Indianapolis Cultural Trail
8-mile protected bike and walking path linking downtown's cultural districts.
Why now November scores 63/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Garage Food Hall
Food hall in Bottleworks' old Coca-Cola bottling garage with local vendors.
Eiteljorg Museum
Museum of Native American and Western art in White River State Park.
Nearby in November
- Broad Ripple in November~7 mi · highs 51°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in November~99 mi · highs 54°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Louisville in November~107 mi · highs 55°F, 3.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Indiana Dunes in November~138 mi · highs 49°F, 2.6 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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Indianapolis?
It's middling, scoring 63/100. The best months are September & October, at up to 89. Expect highs of 51°F (11°C) and 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain. Our Indiana & Ohio City-Nature Loop recommends May – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Indianapolis in November?
Average highs are 51°F (11°C) and average lows 33°F (0°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Indianapolis in November?
Some: about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.9 in (1141 mm).
What should I pack for Indianapolis in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 51°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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