Fort Wayne, Ind. – Drivers across northern Indiana should brace for hazardous travel Saturday night as strong storms move in with gusty winds and heavy rainfall.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, thunderstorms are likely to begin after 2 p.m. Saturday, July 26, and intensify into the evening hours. The main threats include locally damaging wind gusts and torrential rainfall that may lead to ponding or flash flooding, particularly along I-69 near Fort Wayne and in low-lying urban areas. Rainfall totals could top one inch in some areas by Saturday night.
Saturday’s high will reach 87°F, but soupy humidity and stormy conditions will dominate by afternoon. Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel late in the day, secure loose outdoor items, and monitor for additional weather alerts. Although severe weather isn’t guaranteed, forecasters warn conditions could support isolated strong cells.
Storm chances linger into Saturday night, with storms gradually ending before dawn Sunday. Temperatures will rebound quickly with highs soaring to 90°F by Sunday afternoon. A brief break in rain is expected, but heat will build rapidly into early next week.
🔥 Five-Day Forecast: Fort Wayne, Indiana (Starting Saturday, July 26)
- Saturday: Showers and storms likely after 2 p.m. High near 87°F. Storms may bring gusty winds and heavy rain.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 90°F. Slight chance of evening storms.
- Monday: Hot and mostly sunny. High around 92°F.
- Tuesday: High near 90°F, mostly sunny.
- Wednesday: High of 84°F with a 20% chance of showers.
- Thursday (Aug. 1): Mostly sunny, cooler with a high near 77°F.
⚠️ Next Update: Additional alerts possible if storm strength increases — stay weather-aware through Saturday evening.
