Indiana – Headlights glow against low clouds this morning as patchy fog drifts across northern Indiana, signaling a busy Weather pattern that builds fast through the end of the week. Roads start damp, skies stay gray, and conditions shift quickly from mild to messy.
According to the National Weather Service, fog lingers through late morning before clouds thin slightly. Temperatures rise into the mid-40s today, keeping roads wet but unfrozen. Southwest winds increase this afternoon, helping moisture spread ahead of a stronger system moving in from the Plains.
Rain chances increase Thursday afternoon and turn widespread Thursday night. Fort Wayne sees steady rain during the evening and early nighttime hours, with gusty winds pushing across open areas. Travel along I-69, US-30, and city arterials may slow as visibility drops and water pools on pavement. Plan extra time if driving after dark.
Friday stays unsettled with scattered showers and highs near 60, unusually warm for January 2026. According to the National Weather Service, rain tapers at times, but damp roads persist through much of the day. Winds remain breezy, keeping surfaces from drying out.
The bigger concern arrives late Friday into Saturday. Cooler air pushes in, and rain becomes more persistent Saturday morning. As temperatures fall into the 40s, a rain-to-snow transition becomes possible Saturday night. While accumulations look light for now, slushy patches could form quickly.
By Sunday, colder air settles in. Highs drop near 30, and lingering snow chances remain during the day. Any leftover moisture may refreeze early, raising a Black Ice risk on bridges and untreated roads. Drivers should stay alert, especially during early morning travel.
Early next week trends colder but quieter, with winter tightening its grip across northern Indiana. Heading out during the changing conditions? Let us know what roads look like where you are.
Five Day Forecast for Fort Wayne, Indiana
Today: Patchy fog early, cloudy, high near 45
Thursday: Chance of rain late, breezy, high near 58
Friday: Scattered showers, mild, high near 60
Saturday: Rain likely, cooler, high near 46
Sunday: Chance of snow, colder, high near 30
