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‘Scorcher’: Old Farmer’s Almanac has some hot predictions for Indiana this summer
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac released its summer prediction for North America, which predicted that most of the country will experience a “scorcher of a summer,” excluding portions of the Midwest and Pacific Northwest.
For Indiana in particular, the almanac labeled the region as “Hot and Rainy” on its weather map.
When is the first day of summer 2025?
If we look at the stars and the Sun, the astronomical start to summer will start on Friday, June 20, 2025, signaling the Summer Solstice.
However, meteorological summer — when meteorologists say it begins — is June 1.
Old Farmer’s Almanac: Summer 2025 forecast for Indiana?
The almanac splits Indiana and places the state into two weather regions on its map.
Northern, Central Indiana and the Metro-Indianapolis area, which is contained in the Lower Lake region, the region is expected to experience a “warmer than normal” summer with the hottest periods being in early to mid-July.
While Southern Indiana, which is in the Ohio Valley region, is expected to experience warmer-than-normal temperatures, with above-average rainfall for the season. The hottest periods will be in mid-June, early to mid-July, and early August.
The almanac predicts the Midwest will see temperatures 4°F above normal this year.
Old Farmer’s Almanac: Breakdown of Summer 2025 for Indiana
Unlike the rest of the country, Indiana will potentially see a decent amount of rain through the summer months, according to the 2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac. Make sure to take advantage of the sunny days when they appear.
Lower Lake region
- June 2025 will potentially experience 2.5″ of precipitation. The almanac predicts the region will experience some thunderstorms and rain showers, and a few warm and sunny days.
- July 2025 will potentially experience 4.5″ of precipitation. The almanac predicts the region will experience scattered thunderstorms, several hot and sunny days throughout the month.
- August 2025 will potentially experience 5.5″ of precipitation. The almanac predicts the region will experience some scattered thunderstorms, some heavy thunderstorms, and several warm and sunny days throughout the month.
Ohio Valley region
- June 2025 will potentially experience 3.5″ of precipitation. The almanac predicts the region will experience some thunderstorms, showers and some sunny and warm days.
- July 2025 will potentially experience 5.5″ of precipitation. The almanac predicts the region will experience heavy rain, plenty of hot and sunny days and some thunderstorms.
- August 2025 will potentially experience 4″ of precipitation. The almanac predicts the region will experience some thunderstorms, several days of showers and several days of hot and sunny days.
What’s the average summer temperature in Indiana?
Last year’s average temperatures were relatively even across June, July and August in Indianapolis, with the city experiencing 74, 75 and 75 in their respective months, according to the National Weather Service database.
When compared to the National Weather Service database monthly temperature average of Indianapolis from 1991-2020, last year’s temperatures were in line with previous years.
- In June (1991-2020), Indianapolis experienced an average high of 82 degrees and lows of 62.9 degrees.
- In July (1991-2020), Indianapolis experienced an average high of 85.2 degrees and lows of 66.4 degrees.
- In August (1991-2020), Indianapolis experienced an average high of 84.3 degrees and lows of 65 degrees.
How does the Old Farmer’s Almanac make its predictions?
Since 1792, the weather forecasters of the Old Farmer’s Almanac have used a formula created by its Robert B. Thomas, which compares solar patterns and historical weather conditions with current solar activity, according to its website.
Forecasters pull from several academic studies to make their long-term weather predictions, specifically from solar science, the study of sunspots, climatology, the study of prevailing weather patterns and meteorology, the study of the atmosphere.
How accurate is the Old Farmer’s Almanac?
Based on internal reviews, the Old Farmer’s Almanac claims it has correctly predicted the weather 80% of the time. However, studies have shown that the almanac correctly predicts the weather about 50% of the time.
Old Farmer’s Almanac points out that long-range predictions are different from daily weather. While daily weather prediction will offer readers accurate data, its long-range predictions are meant to give farmers an understanding of the season’s weather, so they can plan their crops accordingly.
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INDIANAPOLIS (WRTV) — Indiana saw a significant decline in veteran homelessness last year, despite the total number of homelessness rising across the state.
According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) annual estimation of the homeless population, known as the Point in Time (PIT) count, Indiana saw an 18.7% decline in veteran homelessness in 2025 compared to the year before.
That marked the second-largest decline of any state by percentage.
Helping Veterans and Families (HVAF) of Indiana specializes in assistance for veterans facing homelessness. CEO Emmy Hildebrand told News 8 the formula that’s finding success is the same that works with any at-risk group: housing and wrap-around services.
Hildebrand said that the formula needs support from the state.
“There is no state funding supporting homeless services in our state,” Hildebrand said. “And very little local funding outside Indianapolis.”
Safety net programs have faced budget cuts, with lawmakers eliminating funding for the Housing First program in 2025. It supported organizations helping people secure stable housing.
And housing advocates have criticized Indiana’s public camping ban as essentially making it illegal to be homeless.
HVAF client Terri Massey, a 34-year-old Navy veteran, said the stigma of being homeless was the most difficult challenge to overcome.
“I’m still trying to provide for my kids,” Massey said “I’m (not) out here being lazy or not trying to do better.”
Massey was working, supporting her children, but found herself sleeping in cars and hotel rooms because she didn’t have stable housing. “Going to that work, working 10 hours, leaving, going to sleep in my car.”
HVAF helped place Massey in a permanent apartment. HVAF also placed Massey in a different kind of “bootcamp” years after her time in the military, learning job skills. She’s looking for a job, but thankful to do it from a place she can call home.
“I am beyond grateful and thankful. I literally pray and thank God every day,” Massey said. “Because for the longest I felt like I was alone. And I had to figure everything out by myself. I didn’t.”
It’s estimated that seven percent of Indiana’s homeless are veterans. Hildebrand said there are federal funds for organizations working with veterans, which support HVAF’s programs.
Still, finding permanent housing is a struggle.
According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition, for every 100 extremely low-income households in Indiana, just 34 rental homes are affordable and available.
“There are so many people on the bubble that are just one emergency away from living in their car, staying with friends and family, or living on the streets because we don’t have the appropriate system here in Indiana,” Hildebrand said.
Hildebrand said lawmakers assured her they would work to support homeless services, but she hasn’t seen any drafted legislation that might be introduced in the next legislative session.
Across the country, about one in 25 people experiencing homelessness previously served active duty in the armed forces, according to numbers from HUD. Veteran homelessness declined 56% between 2009 and 2025.
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has issued an Air Quality Action Day for July 8th in Northwest Indiana.
Ozone levels are expected to be in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range, also known as the “orange” level. While not everyone will notice or be effected by the conditions, and while they may not be as severe as recent wildfire smoke events, individuals with asthma, COPD, and other health issues should proceed with caution when exercising outside.
Ozone levels are expected to be in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range, also known as the “orange” level. (WSBT Photo)
The affected area is all of Northwest Indiana, including the cities of: Crown Point, Gary, Hammond, Kentland, LaPorte, Michigan City, Portage, Rensselaer, Valparaiso and all other cities in the region, especially those near Lake Michigan.
Warm temperatures, mostly sunny skies, and light and varied winds coming off of Lake Michigan are expected to contribute to elevated ozone levels.
To stay up to date on issuances and quality levels in Indiana, visit SmogWatch.IN.gov.
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