Fort Wayne, IN – Fort Wayne residents should prepare for a soggy start to the week, as rain and thunderstorms are forecast to sweep through the region starting Sunday afternoon. Winds gusting up to 20 mph could make travel hazardous, especially in areas prone to flooding. The National Weather Service has issued a weather alert for Sunday through Monday night, with a 90% chance of rain expected in Fort Wayne.
According to the NWS, rain will begin Sunday afternoon, with a high near 59°F. Northeast winds around 15 mph will increase the chill, and gusts could reach 20 mph. The heavy rain is expected to continue overnight, with Monday offering more chances of thunderstorms, especially after 2 p.m. The stormy conditions will be accompanied by a cold front, driving temperatures down to the mid-40s by Monday night.
Residents should be prepared for possible flooding, especially on low-lying roads. If you’re traveling Sunday or Monday, it’s wise to avoid non-essential trips and allow extra time for your commute. Local officials are urging drivers to use caution on roads like U.S. 24 and I-69, where rain could create slick conditions.
Looking ahead, the wet weather will continue into the early part of the week. Monday night will see rain taper off by 11 p.m., but the chance for thunderstorms persists. By Tuesday, the rain will give way to partly cloudy skies and a high of 66°F, making it the best day of the week for outdoor plans.
For a full look at the upcoming weather, here’s the extended five-day forecast:
- Sunday: Rain likely, high of 59°F
- Monday: Thunderstorms likely, high of 62°F
- Tuesday: Partly cloudy, high of 66°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high of 73°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high of 67°F
