Indiana – Crisp air sits over Fort Wayne this morning as sunlight hits quiet streets and frozen lawns. That calm start will shift quickly. Strong winds, rain, and a late-weekend snow change are building across northern Indiana.
According to the National Weather Service office serving northern Indiana, a High Wind Watch begins early Friday and continues through the evening. Winds will increase steadily across Allen County and much of northern Indiana. Gusts could approach 45 mph, especially across open stretches of Interstate 69, Interstate 469, and U.S. Route 30.
Temperatures climb through the day with sunshine helping push highs toward 45°F. Winds stay lighter early but gradually increase by evening. Clouds thicken overnight as the next weather system approaches from the Plains.
Rain becomes possible later tonight and into early Friday. Meteorologists place precipitation chances around 40 percent, with gusty winds strengthening as the system moves through. Drivers may notice sudden crosswinds on elevated roadways and bridges.
Friday stays breezy even as skies partially clear. High temperatures reach near 50°F, giving Fort Wayne a brief taste of mild March weather before colder air returns.
Clouds increase again Saturday. A slight chance of snow develops during the day, although most areas remain cloudy with highs near 44°F. Conditions may turn more active by evening as rain and snow chances increase.
A stronger system arrives Sunday with rain likely and temperatures climbing near 65°F. Wet roads could slow travel for spring break drivers using I-69 and U.S. 24 across northern Indiana.
Colder air quickly pushes back in Sunday night. Rain may transition to rain and snow with gusty winds, dropping temperatures toward 27°F by early Monday. That sudden change raises the risk for slick roads and flash freezing on untreated surfaces.
Blustery conditions continue Monday with highs near 32°F before gradual spring warmth returns later next week.
Traveling across northern Indiana this weekend? Expect changing road conditions Sunday evening and keep an eye on temperatures after dark.
Five Day Outlook for Fort Wayne, Indiana
Today – Sunny with a high near 45°F, light winds becoming breezy later.
Tonight – Mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of rain, low near 37°F.
Friday – Windy with partial sunshine, high near 50°F, gusts near 45 mph.
Saturday – Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of snow, high near 44°F.
Sunday – Rain likely and breezy, high near 65°F, turning colder with rain and snow Sunday night.
