Fort Wayne residents can expect summerlike warmth to return this week as calm skies push highs near 80 by Tuesday afternoon. The steady rise in temperatures will drive outdoor activity, but residents should plan for cool mornings before heat builds.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday, September 9, will bring sunshine with highs around 78 degrees. Winds stay light, shifting south at 5 mph later in the day. Skies remain partly cloudy Tuesday night, with lows dipping to 53. Drivers along I-69 and surrounding county roads should encounter clear conditions, but caution is urged with morning fog possible in low-lying areas.
Wednesday continues the warming trend, topping out near 81 with light winds. By Thursday and Friday, highs reach the mid-80s, signaling a late surge of fall heat across Allen County and beyond. Overnight temperatures stay mild, generally in the upper 50s, offering relief from daytime warmth.
The weekend shifts slightly, with Saturday partly sunny near 87. A slight chance of showers enters Saturday night, but sunshine returns Sunday. The pattern favors outdoor plans, though residents should hydrate and limit prolonged midday sun exposure.
Temperatures stay above normal into next week, with additional updates expected if Saturday’s rain chances increase.
Five-Day Forecast for Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 78. Low 53.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 81. Low 57.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 84. Low 57.
- Friday: Sunny, high 85. Low 58.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high 87. Low 60. 20% chance of showers at night.