South Bend, Ind. – Drivers and residents across northern Indiana should prepare for sweltering humidity and a risk of severe storms starting Tuesday, with conditions peaking as a cold front pushes through on Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, today will remain dry and mild with highs near 83°F—ideal for Father’s Day activities. But rising dewpoints and temperatures early in the week will drive heat indices into the lower 90s by Tuesday and Wednesday, creating uncomfortable and potentially dangerous conditions.
Cities including Fort Wayne, Elkhart, and South Bend will see highs in the mid-80s through midweek, with overnight lows staying in the 60s. Tuesday’s storms may remain scattered, but forecasters warn that Wednesday brings a stronger threat for severe thunderstorms, especially during the afternoon and evening hours.
Residents are urged to limit outdoor work during peak heat hours, hydrate frequently, and secure outdoor objects in anticipation of high winds. Lightning, hail, and localized flooding are all possible Wednesday.
Stay alert for updated watches or warnings, particularly as the cold front approaches late Wednesday.
🔸 5-Day Weather Snapshot (Northern Indiana)
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, dry. Highs 79–83°F / Lows 56–61°F
- Monday: Humid, partly cloudy. Highs 82–85°F / Lows 58–62°F
- Tuesday: Humid with scattered storms. Highs 82–87°F / Lows 63–67°F
- Wednesday: Strong storms likely. Highs 81–85°F / Lows 66–69°F
- Thursday: Clearing skies, cooler. Highs 76–80°F / Lows 55–60°F
