Fort Wayne, IN – Northern Indiana residents can expect unseasonably warm conditions heading into the weekend, with temperatures climbing into the mid-80s and potentially reaching 90 degrees by Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service Northern Indiana, highs will remain steady in the low- to mid-80s through Friday before rising toward the upper 80s and near 90 by Saturday and Sunday. Lows are forecast in the 50s through Friday night, then in the 60s by late weekend.
Meteorologists noted some uncertainty regarding shower and thunderstorm chances Saturday and Saturday night. Dry air in the region could limit storm development, but scattered activity is still possible. Otherwise, skies will remain mostly sunny, providing warm and dry conditions for much of the period.
The trend marks one of the warmest stretches of September weather so far this season, potentially impacting outdoor events and late-summer travel across Allen County, St. Joseph County, and surrounding areas. The warm spell is expected to continue into early next week before more seasonal temperatures return.
Residents planning outdoor activities are encouraged to monitor updates for possible Saturday night storms.