Fort Wayne, Ind. – Northern Indiana will see a stretch of hot and humid conditions building into the 4th of July weekend, with storm chances returning just in time for holiday celebrations.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, temperatures will climb into the upper 80s to low 90s starting Friday, with peak heat indices reaching the low to mid-90s by Saturday and Sunday. A stray afternoon thunderstorm is possible Thursday, but rain and storm chances increase significantly by Saturday evening (20%) and Sunday (40–50%), potentially disrupting outdoor events and travel.
Cities including South Bend, Fort Wayne, and Warsaw should prepare for muggy afternoons and the possibility of lightning delays for fireworks or parades. Localized heavy downpours could create brief ponding on roads. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, avoid extended outdoor activity during peak heat hours, and monitor event updates.
The weather is expected to remain unsettled through the end of the weekend, with additional updates likely as Independence Day approaches.
🔹 Five-Day Indiana Forecast (July 2–6):
- Tuesday: Sunny and comfortable. Highs 83–87°F / Lows 62–68°F
- Wednesday: Slightly more humid, 15–20% PM rain chance. Highs 84–88°F / Lows 63–69°F
- Thursday (4th of July): Hot, more humid. Highs 86–91°F / Lows 66–72°F
- Friday: 20% chance of PM storms. Hot and humid. Highs 89–94°F / Lows 70–75°F
- Saturday: Storms possible, 40–50% chance. Continued heat. Highs 89–94°F / Lows 70–75°F
