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January
Weather in Indianapolis for January 2026
Your guide to Indianapolis weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Indianapolis in January is quite snowy, averaging 12 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Indianapolis at the beginning of January is 4.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 3.1 °F by the end of January.
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11
Dry days
8
Rainy days
12
Snow days
2°/-4°
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18 km/h
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79 %
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Indianapolis Weather January
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| 4  5° | 5  3° | 6 2° | 7 0° | 8 -0° | 9 4° | 10 3° |
| 11 3° | 12 7° | 13  -0° | 14 -4° | 15 -2° | 16 -0° | 17 3° |
| 18  2° | 19 1° | 20 -4° | 21  -4° | 22 -1° | 23 1° | 24 3° |
| 25  3° | 26 3° | 27 4° | 28 3° | 29 4° | 30 2° | 31 3° |
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 | Cloudy | 5° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Overcast | 7° /1° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /2° | 10 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Partly cloudy | 5° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-3° | 1 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 19 mm | 7.3 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | 0° /-5° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Overcast | 0° /-6° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Cloudy | 4° /-5° | 15.1 mm | 5.5 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Overcast | 3° /-3° | 4.1 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-1° | 1.1 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /-1° | 20.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-6° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Overcast | -4° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Overcast | -2° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Moderate rain at times | 0° /-7° | 1.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Overcast | 3° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Heavy rain at times | 2° /-4° | 15.6 mm | 3.9 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Heavy rain at times | 1° /-8° | 5.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Light freezing rain | -4° /-10° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Sunny | -4° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Overcast | -1° /-8° | 1.2 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Partly cloudy | 1° /-4° | 4.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Sunny | 3° /-5° | 5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /-2° | 11 mm | 4.8 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Light freezing rain | 3° /-2° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-4° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-1° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Light freezing rain | 2° /-3° | 4.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-2° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Indianapolis in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Indianapolis forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Indianapolis in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Indianapolis during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 2° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Indianapolis during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 131.6 mm is expected in Indianapolis during January, occurring over more than 8 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Indianapolis in January 2026?
Indianapolis experiences an average snowfall of 26.92 cm during January, occurring over 12 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Indianapolis during January?
The average wind speed in Indianapolis during January is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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