What should you know about Anderson's weather?
- NWS office
- Indianapolis (IND)
- Climate
- Hot-summer humid continental
- Time zone
- EST/EDT
- Elevation
- 880 ft
- Coordinates
- 40.11° N, 85.68° W
- Nearest radar
- KIND · Indianapolis NEXRAD · 42 mi
- County
- Madison County, IN
- Yearly rain
- 40.3 in
- Warmest month
- July · 76°F average
- Coldest month
- January · 28.6°F average
- Severe storm peak
- May to Jul
How much rain does Anderson get each month?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 36.0 | 39.9 | 50.9 | 64.1 | 74.6 | 83.0 | 85.8 | 84.1 | 78.8 | 66.3 | 52.3 | 40.7 |
| Low °F | 21.3 | 23.9 | 32.5 | 43.0 | 54.2 | 63.6 | 66.3 | 63.4 | 55.7 | 45.4 | 35.6 | 26.9 |
| Rain (in) | 2.52 | 2.27 | 3.08 | 3.89 | 4.36 | 4.81 | 4.10 | 3.38 | 3.09 | 2.96 | 3.23 | 2.57 |
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36.0 | 21.3 | 2.52 |
| Feb | 39.9 | 23.9 | 2.27 |
| Mar | 50.9 | 32.5 | 3.08 |
| Apr | 64.1 | 43.0 | 3.89 |
| May | 74.6 | 54.2 | 4.36 |
| Jun | 83.0 | 63.6 | 4.81 |
| Jul | 85.8 | 66.3 | 4.10 |
| Aug | 84.1 | 63.4 | 3.38 |
| Sep | 78.8 | 55.7 | 3.09 |
| Oct | 66.3 | 45.4 | 2.96 |
| Nov | 52.3 | 35.6 | 3.23 |
| Dec | 40.7 | 26.9 | 2.57 |
MUNCIE DELAWARE CO AP, IN US · 18 mi away · NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991 to 2020
What happened in Anderson during the August 2026 flood?
It brought nearly a foot of rain and evacuation orders. From August 11 through August 17, round after round of thunderstorms moved over the same parts of central Indiana. A CoCoRaHS observer 4 miles north of Anderson measured 11.91 inches over those six days. On August 14, USGS reported that evacuation orders had been issued for Anderson.
Which parts of Anderson flood first when the White River rises?
City parks along the river go first. The flood impact list for the White River gauge at Anderson starts with local parks, beginning with Edgewater Park just across from the gauge. As the water climbs, the lowest areas of Irondale flood, along with West 1st, 2nd and 3rd Streets and Sycamore Street in northern Anderson. Higher still, the levee in Park Place begins to overtop and floodwaters begin to affect Hollywood Estates.
What did the April 2, 2025 storms do around Anderson?
They brought destructive thunderstorm winds and tornadoes across Madison County that night. A gust of 87 mph was measured north of Lapel, and an 80 mph gust at Woodlawn Heights brought down numerous trees. An EF-2 tornado with peak winds of 125 mph began near the Moonville community in far east-central Madison County and tracked 15.15 miles, crossing into Delaware County. A weaker tornado that tracked south of the main one was within a strong and large outflow area that masked its damage.
What does hail look like on Anderson weather radar?
Hail shows up as the most intense cores inside a thunderstorm, but radar cannot tell you how big the stones are when they reach the ground. Near Anderson on June 7, 1948, a hailstorm dropped hail 2 inches in diameter that piled up to one foot deep in spots. On August 11, 2026, a trained spotter reported 1.25 inch hail at the CSX Railyard in Anderson. When a strong core is headed for town, get cars under cover before it arrives.
How often do tornadoes touch down in Madison County?
NWS Indianapolis lists 31 tornadoes in Madison County from 1950 through 2025, so a few touch down in most decades. One rated F2 struck Anderson on July 2, 1997. On September 12, 1988, a tornado skipped along a 35 mile path from Indianapolis to Anderson, damaging businesses. On April 4, 1977, a small tornado destroyed a garage and took the roof off a house west of Anderson.
When should you check the Anderson radar?
Severe storm season
May to JulyAbout 61% of the county's 1996 to 2025 severe reports fall from May to July. Check the loop before a night of racing at Hoosier Park or a game at Anderson University.
Freeze season
October 18 to April 19These are Anderson's normal first fall and last spring dates for a low of 32°F or colder. A freeze needs no storm to arrive, so lean on the hourly low, not the radar, before setting out plants or an early drive up I-69.
What else do people ask about the Anderson radar?
Which NWS office and radar cover Anderson?
NWS Indianapolis (IND) issues forecasts and warnings for Anderson. The nearest NEXRAD radar is KIND, about 42 miles from the city center.
How often does the radar on this page update?
The radar loop on this page updates every 5 minutes.
Is this page an official warning service?
No. It shows radar and forecasts only. For warnings, follow NWS Indianapolis and local emergency alerts.
Quick facts
- Radar: KIND (Indianapolis NEXRAD), a new frame every 5 minutes
- Forecasts and warnings: NWS Indianapolis (IND)
- Severe storms peak from May to July (NOAA Storm Events, 1996 to 2025)
- Local time: EST/EDT
- Radar: KIND, a new frame every 5 minutes
- Warnings: NWS Indianapolis (IND)
- Severe storms: May to July
- Local time: EST/EDT
Where does this data come from?
- NOAA NEXRAD radar via Iowa Environmental Mesonet
- National Weather Service, Indianapolis office
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991 to 2020: MUNCIE DELAWARE CO AP, IN US
- NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, 1996 to 2025
- USGS Elevation Point Query Service
- GOES-East satellite imagery
- Open-Meteo forecast API
- OpenStreetMap contributors
- NWS Indianapolis: August 2026 heavy rain and record flooding
- NOAA NWPS: White River at Anderson flood impacts
- NWS Indianapolis: April 2, 2025 severe weather
- NWS Indianapolis: Madison County tornadoes, 1950 to 2025
- NWS Indianapolis: June weather history for central Indiana
- NWS Indianapolis: Frost and freeze dates for central Indiana