Fort Wayne, IN – A colder stretch of fall weather is heading toward northeastern Indiana, bringing a chance of showers and thunderstorms before temperatures fall into the mid-30s this weekend. The National Weather Service expects areas of frost to develop late Saturday night into Sunday morning, October 18, as temperatures around Fort Wayne drop to approximately 34 degrees. The change follows Thursday’s expected high of 68 degrees and could affect sensitive outdoor plants, early-morning activities and residents preparing for the colder portion of the fall season.
According to the National Weather Service forecast for Fort Wayne, showers and thunderstorms are likely Thursday night, with a 60% chance of precipitation and rainfall amounts between one-quarter and one-half inch possible. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph as unsettled conditions move through the area. Rain chances continue Friday before colder, drier air arrives ahead of the weekend.
Colder Air Arrives Before the Weekend Friday, October 16, brings a noticeable transition as temperatures fall throughout the afternoon. The forecast calls for cloudy skies, a 30% chance of showers mainly after 2 p.m., and temperatures dropping to around 53 degrees by 5 p.m. West winds near 15 mph could gust as high as 30 mph, adding to the cooler conditions…