Fort Wayne, IN – Rain will soak northeast Indiana on Wednesday before a wintry blast returns Friday night, bringing potential travel issues. The midweek system will deliver steady rainfall before temperatures drop, leading to snow accumulation late Friday into Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service, Wednesday will be mild with highs near 55°F. Rain is expected throughout the day, with southeast winds reaching 15 mph and gusts as high as 25 mph. Overnight, temperatures will fall to 28°F, with rain mixing into snow before tapering off early Thursday morning. No significant snow accumulation is expected from this initial system.
Thursday will bring partly sunny skies and a high of 38°F before clouds return Thursday night. Friday starts with a chance of snow, followed by a transition to rain, and then back to snow by the evening. The NWS forecasts a 60% chance of precipitation, with accumulation possible Friday night as temperatures drop to 27°F.
Saturday remains cold with a high of 38°F and partly cloudy skies. Sunday will be mostly sunny with highs in the upper 30s.
Drivers should be prepared for changing conditions, especially late Friday into Saturday. Those traveling on I-69 and other major routes should watch for slick roads. Stay updated with the latest alerts and road conditions.
