Indiana’s air feels sharp and still this morning in Fort Wayne, with overcast skies and temperatures near 28 degrees. The calm won’t last. Snow is set to move in late tonight and intensify by Sunday, setting up slick travel across northeast Indiana.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, a 40 percent chance of snow develops after 1 a.m., with a low near 27 degrees. By Sunday, snow becomes likely with a 90 percent chance and a high near 34 degrees. New snow accumulation of less than 1 inch is expected during the day, with additional light accumulation possible Sunday night.
Drivers along I-69, US-30 and Coliseum Boulevard should plan for snow-covered lanes and reduced visibility Sunday morning. Northwest winds may gust up to 30 mph, blowing snow across open stretches and bridges.
Sunday night temperatures fall to around 23 degrees. Any slush left on untreated roads could refreeze quickly, increasing the risk of flash freezing into early Monday. Use caution on neighborhood streets and overpasses.
Monday turns partly sunny but colder, with highs near 30 degrees and lows dropping to 18 degrees Monday night. A slight chance of snow lingers Tuesday before temperatures rebound into the mid-40s by Wednesday, when rain chances return.
Longer-range trends favor a warming pattern through late next week, with highs pushing toward 50 degrees by Friday and hints of early spring warmth across northeast Indiana.
Five Day Outlook for Fort Wayne, Indiana:
Sunday: Snow, high 34°.
Monday: Partly sunny, high 30°.
Tuesday: Slight chance of snow, high 36°.
Wednesday: Chance of rain, high 47°.
Thursday: Chance of rain and snow, high 40°.
