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Indianapolis, IN Fishing Forecast
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Indianapolis city (balance), IN · ZIP 46204 · NWS IND forecast updated Oct 23, 12:45 PM
Is it too windy to fish in Indianapolis right now?
1:00 PM: wind 3 mph SE, gusts 7 mph · Sunny
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
No — good breeze
Right-now fishing score: 61 (Marginal) for boat fishing. Pressure 1027 hPa, trend -0.6 hPa/3h. Wind thresholds are heuristics — see the wind guide.
Indianapolis fishing today
- Light breeze — good chop (3 mph)
- Pressure falling slowly (-0.6 hPa/3h) — fish often feed ahead of a front
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: east/northeast wind (E) said to slow the bite, small minus
- 🧭 Wind under 4 mph: direction (SE) not scored
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
Best times
- 1:00 PM–3:00 PM 61 out of 100 Pressure falling slowly (-0.6 hPa/3h) — fish often feed ahead of a front · Light breeze — good chop (3 mph)
- 4:00 PM–6:00 PM 62 out of 100 Pressure falling slowly (-0.6 hPa/3h) — fish often feed ahead of a front · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph) · Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 68 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Pressure falling slowly (-0.6 hPa/3h) — fish often feed ahead of a front · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
Indianapolis fishing tomorrow
- 🧭 Wind under 4 mph: direction (E) not scored
- Light breeze — good chop (3 mph)
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
- Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
Best times
- 8:00 AM–10:00 AM 60 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- 12:00 PM–2:00 PM 70 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot) · Light breeze — good chop (3 mph)
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 69 out of 100 Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset) · Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (3 mph)
7-day fishing outlook for Indianapolis
55–71°F · Waxing Gibbous
46–71°F · Waxing Gibbous
47–75°F · Waxing Gibbous
49–74°F · Full Moon
51–72°F · Waning Gibbous
52–73°F · Waning Gibbous
52–74°F · Waning Gibbous
Hunting conditions near Indianapolis
Deer movement score today 72 (Good deer movement expected) · Rut phase (estimate): Seeking & chasing
- 4:00 PM–6:00 PM 67 out of 100 Pressure falling slowly — pre-front feeding · Wind 5 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady E wind (within ±32° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone
- 6:00 PM–7:25 PM 80 out of 100 Dusk movement window · Pressure falling slowly — pre-front feeding · Wind 5 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent
- 8:00 AM–10:00 AM 66 out of 100 Dawn movement window · Rut phase: Seeking & chasing
Indianapolis at a glance
| Coordinates | 39.771, -86.157 |
|---|---|
| Time zone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| NWS forecast office / grid | IND 58,69 |
| Grid elevation | 728 ft |
| Pressure data | Observed at KIND (next 6 h only) |
| Sunrise / sunset today | 8:04 AM / 6:55 PM |
| Moon today | Waxing Gibbous, 92% illuminated |
| Solunar rating today | 2/5 |
Solunar calendar for Indianapolis
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Scores are heuristics combining NWS forecast data with traditional solunar theory. They are not validated predictions of fish or deer behavior. Always check official forecasts, regulations and legal shooting hours.
Indiana fishing regulations
Seasons, licenses, size and creel limits are set by the Indiana DNR Fish & Wildlife. Always check current Indiana fishing regulations before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Is today a good day to fish in Indianapolis?
This forecast scores today 64/100 (“Marginal”) for Indianapolis, based on the NWS IND hourly forecast and solunar data. It’s a heuristic and updates through the day.
What is the best time to fish in Indianapolis today?
Today’s best-scoring windows: 1:00 PM–3:00 PM (61), 4:00 PM–6:00 PM (62), 6:00 PM–8:00 PM (68) local time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis).
Is it too windy to fish in Indianapolis right now?
Current forecast wind is 3 mph with gusts to 7 mph: shore good, boat good, kayak good by our heuristic thresholds.
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