Indiana – Warm, unstable air is building over Fort Wayne this morning, and that energy will fuel storms that could intensify quickly by late afternoon. Roads may stay dry early, but conditions will shift fast as storms develop.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, scattered thunderstorms are expected to form later today, with a stronger wave arriving this evening into tonight. Storm coverage increases to near 90%, and some storms may become severe with large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall.
Fort Wayne, New Haven, and Huntington could see the strongest storms late in the day and into the nighttime hours. Drivers on I-69 and US-30 should prepare for sudden downpours and rapidly changing visibility. Plan extra time and avoid flooded roadways.
Some storms may produce intense lightning and brief wind gusts strong enough to knock down small branches. Localized flooding is possible where heavy rain falls in a short time.
By Friday, cooler air settles in with highs near 43°F under mostly cloudy skies. Winds remain brisk, adding a chill to the air. Conditions improve later in the day as skies begin to clear.
Friday night brings a sharp temperature drop to around 25°F. Any lingering moisture could refreeze, creating slick spots early Saturday. Watch bridges and untreated roads for black ice.
The weekend improves with sunshine and highs near 46°F Saturday, then warming into the upper 50s Sunday. Early next week continues the warming trend with more storm chances returning.
Stay weather-aware as conditions evolve quickly. Are storms already forming where you are?
Five Day Forecast for Fort Wayne, Indiana:
Friday: Mostly cloudy, high near 43°F
Saturday: Sunny, high near 46°F
Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 58°F
Monday: Chance of storms, high near 70°F
Tuesday: Showers and storms likely, high near 70°F
