South Bend, Indiana – Quiet weather today gives way to a wetter and more active pattern by tonight, with rain chances increasing and storms likely to impact travel by Sunday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, dry and seasonable conditions hold through today with highs between 55°F and 63°F across cities like South Bend, Fort Wayne, and Elkhart. Clouds increase later this afternoon ahead of an approaching system.
Rain chances develop tonight, especially north of U.S. Route 6, with a 20% to 40% chance of showers. By Sunday, temperatures surge into the mid-70s to near 80°F, with breezy conditions and a 20% to 30% chance of scattered storms during the day.
The more impactful round arrives Sunday night, when rain chances jump to 60% to 80%, bringing widespread showers and isolated thunderstorms. Roads including I-80/90 and U.S. 31 could become slick overnight into early Monday.
Storm chances continue into Monday through Wednesday, with some storms potentially turning strong. Residents should stay weather-aware, prepare for changing conditions late Sunday, and monitor updates as a more active pattern develops into next week.
