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Indianapolis weather in March

Long-run climate averages for Indianapolis, IN in March, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

March at a glance

In March, Indianapolis averages 54°F by day and 35°F at night. It is the wettest month of the year here.

March in Indianapolis averages a daytime high of 54°F and an overnight low of 35°F, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is also the wettest month, so build rain into any plan. Across the whole year Indianapolis sees roughly 42 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Indianapolis forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Indianapolis weather by month

what to expect in Indianapolis through the year

Here is Indianapolis's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Indianapolis by season.

Jan
39°
26°
Cold
Feb
50°
30°
Cool
Mar
54°
35°
Cool
Wettest
Apr
64°
44°
Mild
May
75°
55°
Warm
Jun
83°
62°
Warm
Jul
85°
66°
Hot
Aug
83°
65°
Warm
Sep
79°
60°
Warm
Oct
68°
48°
Mild
Nov
54°
38°
Cool
Dec
45°
32°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Indianapolis in March?
Indianapolis averages a daytime high of 54°F in March, with overnight lows around 35°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is March a good time to visit Indianapolis?
The most comfortable time to visit Indianapolis is usually April, May and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest March rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Indianapolis in March?
March is the wettest month of the year in Indianapolis, out of roughly 42 inches of precipitation across the year.

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