The climate in Indianapolis during October can be summarized as mild and reasonably dry.
October is in the fall / autumn in Indianapolis and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 19°C (66°F), whilst at night 6°C (43°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 18.9°C 66°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 6.1°C 43°F |
| Average temperature | 12.5°C 54.5°F |
| Daily sunshine | 6.9 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 70 mm 2.7 ins |
| Rainy days | 9 days |
| Sea temperature | 16.8°C 62.2°F |
| Humidity | 72% |
| Windspeed | 14.8kph 9 mph |
On average October is the 3rd driest month of the year in Indianapolis with around 70mm 2.7 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 9 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.9 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Indianapolis in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 29.6°C 85.3°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | January | 61mm 2.4ins |
| Sunniest month: | July | 10.3hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 0.7°C 33.3°F |
| Wettest month: | July | 119mm 4.7ins |