Fort Wayne, Ind. – A dull gray sky hangs low across Allen County this Saturday morning, casting a cold November tint on wet pavement as Thanksgiving travel begins its steady climb. The air feels crisp and still, and drivers may face brief glare from cloud-filtered light as they head toward I-69 or State Road 30 for early weekend errands. Residents should plan extra minutes today since the thick cloud deck can slow warming and keep roads damp.
According to the National Weather Service Northern Indiana office, cloud cover dominates through today with highs in the mid-40s. That steady chill sets the stage for a notable shift as we approach Friday. According to forecasters, moisture lifts in from the southwest late Thursday, bringing a developing chance of light showers that may impact early Friday travel across northeast Indiana. Rain amounts look minor, but wet roads and heavier traffic ahead of Thanksgiving could magnify delays.
Models hint at a broader “Winter Tease” next week as colder air gathers across the Upper Midwest. To be fair, temperatures in Fort Wayne stay mild enough to prevent any major snow threat, yet small dips toward the mid-30s may allow a brief mixed patch north of Auburn early Tuesday. For now, the weekend stays manageable with partly sunny breaks Saturday afternoon and a pleasant stretch Sunday, which favors yard cleanup or early decorating.
Travelers heading toward Chicago or Detroit should watch for shifting rain bands Friday, especially along the I-94 and I-80 corridors. After all, November patterns flip quickly, and even small timing changes can challenge planning during a heavy holiday week.
Five-Day Forecast for Fort Wayne, IN:
Sat: 52/37 – Mostly sunny; cool breeze.
Sun: 56/38 – Mostly sunny; mild afternoon.
Mon: 54/36 – Mostly sunny; calm winds.
Tue: 52/38 – Cloudy; slight mixed patch north.
Wed: 49/34 – Cool; clearing late.
