Fort Wayne, IN – A stormy spring stretch is ahead for northeast Indiana, with showers and thunderstorms expected to hit Fort Wayne starting Thursday night and peaking late Friday into Saturday morning.
According to the National Weather Service, Fort Wayne faces a 50% chance of showers beginning Thursday night, followed by a 90% chance of thunderstorms Friday evening. Some storms could bring heavy rain and gusty winds, raising concerns for drivers along I-69 and other regional routes. Residents should monitor updates and avoid travel during peak storm periods when possible.
Temperatures will rise through the week, reaching 78°F Friday before dropping into the low 50s at night. Thursday will offer mostly sunny skies with a high of 65°F before clouds move in by evening. Storms will likely continue through Saturday, with a 40% chance of additional rainfall during the day and tapering off Saturday night.
By Sunday, Fort Wayne should see some relief. A partly sunny Easter Sunday is expected, with a cooler high near 59°F and a 30% chance of lingering showers. More showers may return Sunday night with a 40% chance of precipitation.
Extended 5-Day Fort Wayne Spring Outlook:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 54°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 65°F
- Friday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high 78°F
- Saturday: Continued rain chances, high 64°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny with scattered showers, high 59°F
