Snow Showers and Dangerous -10°F Wind Chills Set to Hit Northern Indiana as Arctic Air Arrives
FORT WAYNE, INDIANA — A fast-moving cold front is sweeping across northern Indiana today, bringing light snow this afternoon followed by a sharp plunge in temperatures that will create dangerously cold conditions by early Friday, according to the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana.
Light Snow This Afternoon May Create Slick Roads Near Lake Michigan
Forecasters expect light snow accumulations up to 1 inch, with slightly higher totals possible near Lake Michigan, where lake-enhanced bands could briefly intensify snowfall. Temperatures will hover around the freezing mark, increasing the risk of slick spots during the afternoon and evening commute.
Drivers across Fort Wayne, South Bend, Elkhart, and surrounding counties should prepare for reduced visibility and patchy icy roads as the front moves through.
Arctic Air Arrives Late Thursday With Single-Digit Lows
Behind the cold front, a surge of Arctic air will sweep into the region late Thursday. Overnight lows are expected to drop into the single digits and lower teens, setting the stage for one of the coldest mornings so far this season.
The National Weather Service reports that Thursday’s highs will range from 18 to 25 degrees, before nighttime temperatures plunge into the -3°F to 4°F range across the region.
Wind Chills Near -10°F Expected Friday Morning
The coldest stretch arrives Friday morning, when wind chills could fall to near -10°F in open areas. Such conditions can become dangerous quickly, with exposed skin at risk of frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Residents are urged to:
- Dress in multiple warm layers
- Limit time outdoors
- Bring pets indoors
- Check on elderly or vulnerable neighbors
- Use caution on icy roads and sidewalks
Forecasters note that even light winds will worsen the cold, making early-morning travel and outdoor activity especially hazardous.
Cold Weekend Ahead With Another Chance of Light Snow Sunday
Northern Indiana will remain locked in a frigid pattern through the weekend. Highs on Friday will struggle to reach the upper 20s, keeping wind chills well below freezing throughout the day.
Another round of light snow is possible Sunday, though most of the weekend is expected to be dry but cold, with temperatures staying well below seasonal averages.
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