Indiana — A gray sky hangs low over northeastern Indiana this morning, with light flakes beginning to mix into the cold air. Roads look manageable for now, but winter weather is already lining up to disrupt travel as the day wears on.
According to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana, snow becomes more likely this afternoon and evening across the Fort Wayne area. Accumulations around one inch are expected by Friday, enough to coat untreated roads and sidewalks. Temperatures remain stuck in the 20s today, limiting melting and allowing slick spots to develop quickly.
Snow continues Friday morning before tapering by midday. Winds increase from the southwest, then shift northwest, gusting up to 25 mph. That combination may reduce visibility at times, especially on open stretches of I-69, US-30, and State Road 14. Drivers should expect slower travel and sudden patches of ice.
Friday night marks a sharp change. Skies partially clear as colder air pours in, dropping lows near 4 degrees. Any slush left behind will refreeze fast, creating black ice before sunrise. This is peak season for flash freezing, when daytime melting turns roads hazardous after dark.
Saturday stays cold but quiet. Sunshine returns, yet highs struggle to reach the upper teens. Wind chills dip into the single digits, making it feel even colder for anyone outdoors. A slight chance of snow lingers Saturday night, but major accumulation is not expected.
Sunday remains mostly cloudy with highs near the mid-20s. Some moderation arrives early next week, with temperatures climbing into the 30s. NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook suggests a broader warming trend later next week, hinting at fewer snow chances as February progresses.
Plan extra travel time Friday, slow down on bridges, and dress for bitter cold this weekend. Noticing slick roads where you are? Let us know what conditions look like near you.
Five Day Outlook for Fort Wayne, Indiana
• Today: Cloudy, chance of snow late, high near 24
• Tonight: Chance of snow, low near 20
• Friday: Snow, breezy, high near 35
• Saturday: Sunny but cold, high near 17
• Sunday: Mostly cloudy, cold, high near 25
