Vanderburgh County Climate
Vanderburgh County, Indiana
Avg Annual Temp
58.2°F
Annual Precip
48.3"
Annual Snowfall
12.3"
Extreme Heat Days
49.2
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Vanderburgh County Weather
Warmer Conditions in Southern Indiana
Vanderburgh County is significantly warmer than the national median with an annual average of 58.2°F. This reflects its position in the more temperate southern reaches of the Midwest.
A Hot Pocket in the State
This is one of Indiana's warmest spots, exceeding the state average of 52.2°F by six degrees. The county also sees heavy rainfall, totaling 48.3 inches compared to the state's 43.9-inch norm.
More Extreme Heat than Northern Peers
Its climate is far more intense than northern neighbors like Vermillion County. While Vermillion averages 24 days above 90°F, Vanderburgh experiences more than double that heat frequency.
Intense Summers and Mild Winters
The heat is a major factor, with 49 days per year hitting 90°F and July temperatures averaging 79.3°F. Winters remain relatively mild, seeing only 12.4 inches of snow.
Prepare for High Cooling Costs
Heavy-duty air conditioning is a must to handle the 49 extreme heat days each year. Residents should also plan for significant moisture, as the 48.3 inches of annual rain can lead to high humidity.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.