Fort Wayne, Indiana – Thunderstorms could disrupt Friday commutes in Fort Wayne as the first significant rain event in over a week rolls in.
According to the National Weather Service, showers will begin late Thursday night, but the main threat arrives Friday afternoon with a strong chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m. The NWS pegs the storm risk at 80%, with rain possibly affecting key routes like I-69 and US-30 during peak travel hours. Drivers should allow extra time, avoid flooded roads, and monitor alerts from INDOT for possible traffic delays.
After a sunny stretch through midweek, Fort Wayne will see conditions shift dramatically. Wednesday brings calm, mostly sunny skies and a high near 77°F. Thursday remains warm and dry through the day, topping out near 81°F before clouds move in after sunset.
The real change comes Friday, as a cold front brings widespread showers, followed by more rounds of rain and storms Friday night. Gusty winds and downpours could accompany the storms, making outdoor events risky and evening travel slow.
Saturday stays unsettled with a 20% chance of rain before 2 p.m., though skies may gradually clear. Highs dip to the low 60s, a noticeable drop from Thursday’s warmth.
🌤 Five-Day Fort Wayne Spring Forecast:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 77°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high 81°F
- Friday: Showers & storms likely, high 75°F
- Saturday: Slight chance of AM showers, high 63°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 69°F
