Ripley County Climate
Ripley County, Indiana
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
51.3°F
Annual Precip
47.5"
Annual Snowfall
15.9"
Extreme Heat Days
7
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Ripley County
Climate Verdict
Ripley County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 51.3°F, moderately wet with 47.5 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 6.6 days above 90°F annually, light snow averaging 15.9 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 28.0°F. summers are warm — July averages 72.3°F. The 44°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Ripley County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Ripley County closely matches the Indiana statewide average temperature of 52.4°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Indiana.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.