Fort Wayne, Indiana – Storms are set to return to northern Indiana just in time for the weekend, with wet weather likely starting Friday afternoon and lasting through at least Monday. Travelers on I-69 and U.S. 30 should prepare for slick roads and visibility concerns by late Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, showers and thunderstorms are expected to begin around 2 p.m. Friday, increasing in coverage into Friday night, with a 70% chance of rain overnight. Rain could continue off and on into Saturday, especially between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., then taper slightly before more storms return Sunday.
Cities like Fort Wayne, Warsaw, and LaGrange will experience daily rain chances, especially in the afternoon and evening hours. Localized flooding is possible in low-lying areas and where heavy rain falls in short periods.
Residents celebrating Father’s Day outdoors should keep an eye on radar and have an indoor backup plan. Use caution on highways, and delay travel during peak rain windows. Thunderstorms may be accompanied by brief gusty winds, though no severe weather is expected as of Thursday.
Spotter activation is not anticipated, but updates may follow if conditions intensify.
⚠️ Warnings remain in effect for intermittent thunderstorms through early next week.
📆 5-Day Forecast for Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Thursday, June 12: Mostly cloudy, high near 84°F. Calm winds.
- Friday, June 13: Showers likely after 2 p.m., possible thunder overnight. High near 80°F.
- Saturday, June 14: Thunderstorms between 11 a.m.–2 p.m., then showers. High near 75°F.
- Sunday, June 15 (Father’s Day): 20% chance of afternoon storms, partly sunny. High near 81°F.
- Monday, June 16: Showers and storms possible in the afternoon. High near 84°F.
- Tuesday, June 17: Rain chances increase to 30%. Partly sunny, high near 70°F.
