The pre-dawn air feels sharp and unmoving across northern Indiana — a warning shot from winter’s next push. A cold front is tracking east this week, bringing a messy blend of snow, rain, and dangerous wind chills to Indiana, southwest Michigan, and northwest Ohio.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, a wintry mix will develop Tuesday night, changing from rain to snow as temperatures slide into the low 30s. Roads could quickly turn slick north of U.S. 30, with minor accumulations under an inch possible. Commuters should expect slower travel and reduced visibility through Wednesday morning, especially near Fort Wayne and Lima.
By Wednesday afternoon, colder air surges in behind the system, with wind chills near 0°F. The air mass settles across the region into Friday, keeping highs below freezing and overnight lows in the teens. Another round of light snow is possible Friday, with gusty winds creating scattered blowing snow and reduced visibility along rural routes and open fields.
Meteorologists warn that Saturday could bring the coldest morning of the month so far, with temperatures dipping below zero in wind-sheltered areas. The good news? Sunshine may return briefly Sunday — though the crisp, Arctic feel will linger.
Five-Day Outlook for Fort Wayne, IN
- Wednesday: Rain changing to snow, high 38°F, low 21°F.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 27°F, low 16°F.
- Friday: Snow likely, high 29°F, low 12°F.
- Saturday: Cloudy and frigid, high 17°F, low 7°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 26°F, low 14°F.
