FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Indiana wakes to a crisp, calm start this week, but the quiet won’t last. Clear skies and light wind make for a chilly dawn, with temperatures hovering in the upper 30s across Allen County. By midweek, stronger southwest gusts will usher in a brief warm-up, only for rain and cooler air to slide back in before the weekend—setting the tone for a classic early November weather whiplash.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, Tuesday and Wednesday will bring a stretch of mild, mostly sunny days, with highs climbing near 60°F. Winds along I-69 and US-30 could gust up to 25 mph at times, especially Tuesday afternoon. Residents planning early Veterans Day events or outdoor leaf cleanup should take advantage of the dry spell before Thursday’s system arrives.
Rain chances rise late Thursday into Friday, with scattered showers expected to sweep across the Fort Wayne area by midday Friday. The NWS says a stronger front will pull through Friday night, dropping temperatures into the low 40s and signaling a cooler, breezier weekend ahead.
While no snow is in the near-term outlook, early signs of a colder mid-month trend are emerging. Long-range models hint at a possible pattern shift around the week before Thanksgiving—potentially opening the door for the first flakes of the season across northern Indiana and southern Michigan.
Residents are advised to check windshield wipers, secure loose outdoor décor, and watch for slick leaves on pavement during Friday’s rain.
Five-Day Forecast for Fort Wayne, IN:
Mon: 58/34 – Sunny and breezy; gusts near 30 mph.
Tue: 60/48 – Partly sunny; mild breeze from southwest.
Wed: 66/35 – Mostly sunny; warmest day of the week.
Thu: 58/44 – Increasing clouds; showers possible late.
Fri: 62/39 – Showers likely; cooler north winds by evening.
