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Indianapolis, IN Weather on October 13
Indianapolis hits 86°F on this October day in 1975
October 13 in Indianapolis has seen extreme swings across its 55-year record, from a balmy 86°F high in 1975 to a chilly 24°F low in 1988. The typical October 13 brings a mild high near 67°F and low around 46°F, reflecting the transitional nature of early autumn in Indiana. This 62-degree span between record extremes underscores how unpredictable mid-October weather can be in the Midwest.
What to Expect on October 13
Planning for October 13th in Indianapolis, IN? Great weather for outdoor activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 13 ever in Indianapolis?
The warmest October 13 in Indianapolis, IN reached 84°F in 2008. That is 17°F above the long-term average high of 67°F.
What was the coldest October 13 ever in Indianapolis?
The coldest October 13 in Indianapolis, IN dropped to 24°F in 1988. That is 21°F below the long-term average low of 45°F.
What is the average temperature on October 13 in Indianapolis?
On October 13, Indianapolis averages a high of 67°F and a low of 45°F based on 54 years of NOAA weather observations from INDIANAPOLIS SE SIDE.
How many years of weather data are available for October 13 in Indianapolis?
We have 54 years of weather records for October 13 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.
October 13 Weather History in Indianapolis
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 74°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 69°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 73°F | 50°F | 0.47" | -- |
| 2022 | 59°F | 38°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2021 | 76°F | 53°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2020 | 69°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 66°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 51°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 71°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 60°F | 43°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2015 | 64°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 75°F | 58°F | 0.62" | -- |
| 2012 | 59°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 66°F | 56°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 2010 | 55°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 60°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 84°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 58°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 46°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 69°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 69°F | 46°F | 0.29" | -- |
| 2003 | 68°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 68°F | 45°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2001 | 68°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 70°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 75°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 72°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 82°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 70°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 80°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 57°F | 53°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1993 | 65°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 68°F | 41°F | -- | -- |
| 1991 | 59°F | 43°F | -- | -- |
| 1990 | 64°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 79°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 52°F | 24°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 54°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 65°F | 43°F | 0.45" | -- |
| 1985 | 82°F | 63°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 1984 | 72°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 68°F | 44°F | 1" | -- |
| 1982 | 58°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 71°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 55°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 60°F | 33°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1978 | 67°F | 47°F | 2.06" | -- |
| 1977 | 50°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 80°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 74°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 69°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 73°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 68°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 69°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 54 years of data from NOAA station: INDIANAPOLIS SE SIDE
How Has October 13 Changed?
The last decade has been 4.1°F cooler 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.