Fort Wayne, Indiana – Fort Wayne residents should brace for rounds of thunderstorms starting late Monday night, with rain and gusty winds expected to disrupt travel through Wednesday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, scattered showers will develop after 2 a.m. Monday night, followed by a 60% chance of thunderstorms by Tuesday afternoon. Wind gusts could reach up to 30 mph, with localized flooding possible in low-lying areas.
By Tuesday morning, heavy rain and thunderstorms are likely across Allen County and surrounding cities, including New Haven and Huntertown. Commuters along I-69 and U.S. Route 30 should anticipate slower travel and potential ponding on roads during peak hours.
Winds from the south will shift westward by Wednesday afternoon, bringing a brief break before another round of storms develops overnight into Thursday. Drivers are urged to monitor road conditions and avoid non-essential travel during periods of heavy rainfall. Power outages are possible due to strong winds and lightning.
The weather pattern mirrors a typical late-April storm cycle for northern Indiana, though forecasters note rainfall totals could approach an inch or more in some locations, similar to last year’s spring storms.
Showers are expected to taper off by Thursday evening, but cooler air will linger, with highs only reaching the mid-60s by Friday. Additional weather advisories may be issued as the system evolves.
