Fort Wayne, Indiana – Scorching heat followed by afternoon thunderstorms will mark a volatile Tuesday across Fort Wayne as summer weather patterns shift sharply.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday, July 15 will begin hot and mostly sunny with highs near 90°F. Calm morning winds will give way to scattered thunderstorms by 2 p.m., with a 20% chance of precipitation early that rises to 60% by late afternoon. South winds will pick up near 7 mph, and drivers along I-69 and I-469 should anticipate slick roads and reduced visibility through the evening.
By Wednesday, more widespread rain and thunderstorm activity is expected, especially between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Some storms could bring heavy downpours and localized flooding. Travel plans may need adjusting, especially near low-lying areas or during peak commute hours.
Thursday brings similar risks, with another round of storms after 2 p.m. and highs around 88°F. Rain is likely to continue into Thursday night and again Friday, though slightly lower chances may offer some reprieve for weekend plans.
Here’s your five-day summer weather snapshot for Fort Wayne:
- Tuesday: Hot and sunny, storms after 2 p.m. (High: 90°F / Low: 72°F)
- Wednesday: Thunderstorms likely afternoon and evening (High: 88°F / Low: 73°F)
- Thursday: Rain and storms again by afternoon (High: 88°F / Low: 69°F)
- Friday: Showers possible before 2 p.m., then clearing (High: 84°F / Low: 68°F)
- Saturday–Sunday: 30% chance of storms both days with temps in the mid-80s
Storm alerts remain in place through Thursday night. Stay tuned for updates and avoid non-essential travel during heavy rainfall.
