Indiana — Cold air cuts across northeast Indiana this morning, stiffening fingers and frosting windshields before sunrise. The quiet feels deceptive. Winter weather is lining up for another run at Fort Wayne as the week unfolds.
Early today, temperatures sit near 19 degrees with wind chills in the single digits. Clouds linger, and a few flurries may drift by, though most areas stay dry. Afternoon highs struggle into the lower 20s, keeping roads cold enough for slick patches on untreated surfaces, especially bridges and ramps along I-69 and city arterials.
Tonight turns colder. Lows dip near 10 degrees under mostly cloudy skies. Any moisture left on pavement refreezes fast, raising flash-freeze concerns for early commuters.
Thursday brings the next change. Clouds thicken, and snow chances increase by afternoon. Light snow develops, with a brief wintry mix possible Thursday night as temperatures hover near 20 degrees. While ice amounts remain minimal, even a thin glaze can reduce traction quickly.
Friday is the main impact day. Snow becomes likely, especially after midday, with highs climbing toward the mid-30s. Warmer air may help limit totals, but accumulating snow remains possible. New snowfall stays under an inch for most locations, yet timing during daytime travel could slow traffic and reduce visibility.
By Friday night, colder air rushes back in. Skies partially clear, and temperatures fall near 5 degrees. Any melted snow refreezes quickly, creating icy spots into Saturday morning.
Saturday stays cold but quieter. Sunshine returns, though highs reach only around 20 degrees. Another slight chance of snow appears Saturday night, followed by a mostly cloudy Sunday with highs in the mid-20s.
Looking ahead, early next week trends milder. Temperatures climb back toward the upper 20s and mid-30s by Tuesday, signaling a gradual break from the harshest cold.
Plan extra travel time Friday, watch for refreeze after sunset, and keep winter gear handy. How are road conditions where you are this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Today: Chance of flurries; high near 23
- Thursday: Snow chances increase; high near 24
- Friday: Snow likely; high near 36
- Saturday: Sunny and cold; high near 20
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy; high near 26
