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Indianapolis, IN Weather on May 28
Indianapolis hits 95°F on May 28, 2018 record high
May 28 in Indianapolis typically brings pleasant spring conditions with average highs near 77°F, but the date has seen dramatic temperature swings across 55 years of records. The most extreme heat came in 2018 when the mercury climbed to 95°F, a stark contrast to the chilly record low of 41°F set in 1989. This 54-degree range reflects the unpredictable nature of late May weather in central Indiana.
What to Expect on May 28
Planning for May 28th in Indianapolis, IN? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 28 ever in Indianapolis?
The warmest May 28 in Indianapolis, IN reached 96°F in 2018. That is 19°F above the long-term average high of 77°F.
What was the coldest May 28 ever in Indianapolis?
The coldest May 28 in Indianapolis, IN dropped to 41°F in 1989. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 56°F.
What is the average temperature on May 28 in Indianapolis?
On May 28, Indianapolis averages a high of 77°F and a low of 56°F based on 53 years of NOAA weather observations from INDIANAPOLIS SE SIDE.
How many years of weather data are available for May 28 in Indianapolis?
We have 53 years of weather records for May 28 in Indianapolis, IN, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 28 Weather History in Indianapolis
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 66°F | 57°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 2024 | 74°F | 55°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2023 | 80°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 73°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 70°F | 46°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 2020 | 80°F | 64°F | 3.05" | -- |
| 2019 | 86°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 96°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 77°F | 60°F | 0.81" | -- |
| 2016 | 84°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 83°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 85°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 81°F | 57°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2012 | 92°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 59°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 86°F | 58°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 2009 | 83°F | 64°F | 0.91" | -- |
| 2008 | 73°F | 44°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 2007 | 76°F | 59°F | 0.71" | -- |
| 2006 | 85°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 74°F | 52°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2003 | 71°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 79°F | 62°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2001 | 64°F | 45°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2000 | 76°F | 61°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1998 | 70°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 70°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 67°F | 55°F | 1.52" | -- |
| 1995 | 58°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 72°F | 51°F | -- | -- |
| 1993 | 83°F | 50°F | -- | -- |
| 1992 | 68°F | 47°F | -- | -- |
| 1991 | 89°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 73°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 66°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 83°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 89°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 78°F | 61°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1985 | 86°F | 57°F | 1.6" | -- |
| 1984 | 67°F | 42°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 1983 | 69°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 78°F | 56°F | 1.45" | -- |
| 1981 | 67°F | 55°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1980 | 85°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 71°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 87°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 88°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 76°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 76°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 71°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 72°F | 55°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 1972 | 85°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 60°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 53 years of data from NOAA station: INDIANAPOLIS SE SIDE
How Has May 28 Changed?
The last decade has been 6.8°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Indianapolis, IN, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.