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Soil Temperature in Indiana

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Indiana is 67°F, based on 1 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 67°F to 67°F. Last updated May 18, 2026.

Current Planting Conditions

Warm-season grasses are actively growing across Indiana with soil averaging 67°F at 2 inches. Bermuda, zoysia, and St. Augustine can be seeded or sodded now. Cool-season overseeding is closing for the season.

Monitoring Stations in Indiana (1)

Station2" TempLast Reading
Bedford 5 WNW67°F2026-05-18

Cities in Indiana (34)

Cities in Indiana with current soil temperature readings
CityZIPCurrent TempDistance from state center
Anderson46011—33 mi
Bloomington47401—53 mi
Carmel46032—10 mi
Columbus47201—51 mi
Crawfordsville47933—34 mi
Crown Point46307—120 mi
Elkhart46514—127 mi
Evansville47701—148 mi
Fishers46037—18 mi
Fort Wayne46801—104 mi
Gary46401—129 mi
Goshen46526—119 mi
Greenwood46142—20 mi
Hammond46320—135 mi
Indianapolis46201—12 mi
Jasper47546—112 mi
Jeffersonville47130—113 mi
Kokomo46901—42 mi
La Porte46350—120 mi
Lafayette47901—48 mi
Marion46952—57 mi
Merrillville46410—124 mi
Michigan City46360—128 mi
Mishawaka46544—122 mi
Muncie47302—51 mi
New Albany47150—112 mi
Newburgh47629—137 mi
Noblesville46060—18 mi
Richmond47374—74 mi
South Bend46601—123 mi
Terre Haute47801—67 mi
Valparaiso46383—115 mi
Warsaw46580—96 mi
West Lafayette47906—51 mi

Soil Temperature FAQ for Indiana

What is the current soil temperature in Indiana?

The current average 2-inch soil temperature across Indiana is 67°F, based on 1 USDA and NOAA monitoring stations. Readings range from 67°F to 67°F depending on location and elevation.

When should I apply pre-emergent in Indiana?

Apply pre-emergent herbicide when soil at 2 inches reaches 55°F for several consecutive days. Timing varies across Indiana, so check your city's page for station-specific readings and the pre-emergent timing recommendation.

When can I plant grass seed in Indiana?

Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) can be seeded when soil holds between 50 and 65°F. Warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia) need soil above 65°F. Timing varies by location, so check your city's planting window for the dates specific to your area.