The Midwest is tracking a midweek storm system expected to move east on Wednesday, placing Indiana in a key zone for changing precipitation and possible snowfall as colder air pushes in behind the system. While details are still being refined, confidence is growing that snow will impact parts of the state, especially during the latter half of the day.
Ahead of the system, Wednesday may begin mild, particularly across central and southern Indiana, including the Indianapolis metro, where temperatures could rise into the 40s. Rain is expected to develop during the morning and early afternoon, creating wet road conditions across major routes including I-65, I-69, I-70, and I-74.
As the storm continues eastward, colder air sweeping in from the northwest Wednesday afternoon into Wednesday evening may cause rain to change over to snow, first across northern Indiana, including areas near South Bend, Fort Wayne, and Lafayette. Central Indiana may see a rain-to-snow transition later in the day or during the evening hours, depending on how quickly temperatures fall.
The main concern is the timing of the changeover. Wet roads could become slick quickly as temperatures drop, and gusty winds may reduce visibility during heavier snow bursts. Even light snow accumulations could lead to hazardous travel, particularly during the evening commute.
By Wednesday night, colder air is expected to be firmly in place statewide, with lingering snow showers possible, especially north. While significant snowfall is not guaranteed, minor accumulations combined with falling temperatures could still create impactful conditions.
Residents are urged to monitor forecast updates closely, as small shifts in storm track or temperature profiles could significantly affect snowfall coverage and travel impacts across Indiana.
