South Bend, Ind. – Northern Indiana residents will enjoy one last warm stretch today with highs around 80 before a dramatic weather shift arrives midweek. A strong cold front moving in Wednesday night is expected to drop widespread rainfall across the region and usher in much cooler air by Thursday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, rain totals of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible late Wednesday into early Thursday. The system will also bring sharply lower temperatures, with highs falling into the 60s and overnight lows dipping into the 40s by the weekend.
Cities including South Bend, Fort Wayne, and Elkhart could see wet roadways and slower commutes Wednesday night into Thursday. Residents are advised to allow extra travel time and keep storm drains clear to reduce localized flooding risks. Those with outdoor plans midweek should prepare for late-day rain and cooler conditions setting in quickly.
The cool stretch is expected to linger through the weekend, bringing the first real taste of fall to the region. Additional advisories may be issued as rainfall totals become clearer.
Five Day Forecast for South Bend, IN
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, highs 77–82, lows 52–57
- Wednesday: Increasing clouds, late rain, highs 78–83, lows 50–57
- Thursday: Morning rain, cooler, highs mid-60s, lows mid-40s
- Friday: Mostly sunny, highs low-60s, lows mid-40s
- Saturday: Cool and clear, highs upper-60s, lows near 45
