Review of Indianapolis, Indiana


weather and driving
Star Rating - 1/1/2008
Hey everyvody, my wife and I are thinking of relocating to the Indianapolis area. Our main concern is winter driving conditions and weather (i.e. snow fall). We have heard the term "black ice" use for some northern states, does Indiana qualify? Also I have seen an average snowfall of about 25 inches. How often are there blizzrd conditions? We have lived in Florida our entire lives (30yrs) and are looking for a change and a better place to raise our family. We would love to see the color change in the fall and maybe get a white Chirstmas.

thanks
tony
Tony | Ocala, FL
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I have lived in Indianapolis for 13 years now and feel the weather is perfect for those seeking 4 seasons. We are on a dividing line between extreme cold (to the north) and warm and moist (to the south). Winter days average in the 40's and summers are in the 80's. Any extreme weather (hot or cold) lasts only a day or two. The best time of year is Fall. Warm, dry days and cool nights. 70's up through the end of October. Any snowfall is quickly removed from the streets and melts within a few days. We average maybe 1 or 2 "big" snowfalls a year (over 3 inches) and sometimes no large snowfalls at all. Within days you can expect it to be melted and back to normal temperaturs. I have lived in the Midwest all of my life (currently 38) and can recall only 2 "blizzard" like conditions. The Blizzard of 1978, which hit the entire midwest with a vengeance, and a 12" snowfall back in 1999. On average, I'd say blizzards are rare and hit the area about once every 25 years. If you like the seasons, this place is for you. Very green throughout much of the year also.
Craig | Indianapolis, IN | Report Abuse
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