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Indiana Weather Alert: 28° Freeze, Saturday Snow Nov. 12-16
Indiana — A damp November morning is giving way to a colder weather pattern across Fort Wayne and northeastern Indiana. Temperatures could plunge into the upper 20s before Saturday brings a chance of
By Jordan Mercer · 2026-11-12T10:30:02.138Z
Indiana — A damp November morning is giving way to a colder weather pattern across Fort Wayne and northeastern Indiana. Temperatures could plunge into the upper 20s before Saturday brings a chance of snow showers, raising concerns about freezing conditions and potentially slippery roads.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, Fort Wayne faces a 40% chance of showers Thursday, mainly after 3 p.m. Temperatures should reach approximately 48 degrees before colder air settles across the region.
The more noticeable change arrives Friday night into Saturday, when temperatures fall below freezing and wintry precipitation becomes possible.
Temperatures Drop 20 Degrees Before Saturday Thursday afternoon brings mostly cloudy skies, with north winds around 5 to 10 mph.
A 40% chance of showers continues Thursday evening, mainly before 9 p.m. Winds could gust to 20 mph as temperatures fall toward 32 degrees.
Friday remains mostly cloudy, with a high near 43 degrees.
By Friday night, temperatures could tumble to 28 degrees, marking a 20 degree difference from Thursday's daytime high.
For drivers using Interstate 69, Interstate 469 and US 30, the colder conditions warrant attention.
Wet pavement could develop isolated icy patches where moisture remains as temperatures fall below freezing.
Saturday Brings a Chance of Snow Showers Saturday, November 14, introduces the week's main wintry possibility.
The National Weather Service indicates a slight chance of snow showers before 10 a.m.
Between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., rain and snow showers could mix before precipitation transitions to a slight chance of rain showers.
The overall precipitation probability is 20%, with a daytime high near 45 degrees.
No significant snowfall accumulation is indicated in the supplied forecast.
Still, even brief snow showers could remind residents that winter weather is approaching.
Keep an eye on road conditions during Saturday morning travel, particularly on bridges and elevated surfaces.
Sunday Brings Sunshine, but Freezing Nights Continue Sunday, November 15, looks more favorable for outdoor activities.
Mostly sunny skies should help temperatures reach 47 degrees, offering a break from Saturday's precipitation chances.
However, temperatures fall near 31 degrees Sunday night.
Monday brings another mostly sunny day, with a high around 49 degrees before temperatures drop to 28 degrees Monday night.
These repeated freezing temperatures could affect sensitive outdoor plants and any standing water left on exposed surfaces.
What About Snow Before Thanksgiving? The NOAA Weather Prediction Center reports that polar air is spreading across the eastern United States.
Lake effect snow is expected around portions of the Great Lakes, with the heaviest accumulations forecast for Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
For Fort Wayne, Saturday's limited snow chance remains the only wintry precipitation signal in the supplied local outlook through Wednesday.
Residents should monitor future updates as Thanksgiving approaches, but a larger local snowstorm is not currently established.