Indiana – A gray, low ceiling presses over Fort Wayne before sunrise, and the damp air carries that familiar late-fall chill. Pavement shines under streetlights, reflecting the steady moisture drifting across northern Indiana. As Thanksgiving travel begins its first push, the region faces a wet and unsettled stretch that could slow early commuters along I-69 and Route 30.
According to the National Weather Service Northern Indiana office, showers expand through the morning hours as a broad system slides east. Rain becomes steadier by midday and persists into the afternoon. While temperatures stay in the low-40s, the steady drizzle can still reduce visibility and create slick patches where leaves blanket the pavement. Drivers should leave extra time and maintain wider following distances, especially during heavier pulses.
According to meteorologists, tonight brings lingering showers before clouds thicken further. Wednesday stays mostly cloudy with a mild east breeze and highs in the upper-40s. The next change arrives Thursday, when another system nudges in from the southwest. A slight chance of showers appears early, then increases later in the day as moisture deepens. To be fair, temperatures remain warm enough to prevent any snow threat, yet a “Winter Tease” starts to form this weekend as cooler, drier air settles in. Lows slide into the low-30s, and some rural pockets may flirt with a frost by early Sunday.
Holiday travelers should monitor timing closely. Rain won’t cripple plans, but it may slow departures and dampen visibility during busy travel windows. Keep headlights on in the drizzle, check wipers, and secure luggage or decorations in case of gusty pockets.
Five-Day Outlook for Fort Wayne, IN:
Tue: 41/36 – Rain likely; breezy at times.
Wed: 47/38 – Cloudy; calmer winds.
Thu: 55/42 – Mostly cloudy; late-day showers.
Fri: 52/31 – Chance of showers; turning cooler.
Sat: 48/33 – Mostly sunny; crisp November air.
