Fort Wayne Weather Radar

Fort Wayne Live Weather

Fort Wayne Live Weather Radar

Click to toggle between the Fort Wayne cloud cover radar map and the Fort Wayne precipitation radar map.

Fort Wayne Hourly Weather Forecast

Fort Wayne 7-Day Weather Forecast

Fort Wayne Weather Overview

Fort Wayne sits in northeastern Indiana at the confluence of the St. Joseph, St. Marys, and Maumee rivers — a geography that makes checking the Fort Wayne weather radar essential during heavy rain events. The city has a humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Use the Fort Wayne weather radar to track rainfall year-round — the city averages 37.3 inches of precipitation annually, and the three-river junction creates a persistent flood risk that few other Indiana cities face.

Severe thunderstorms are the most frequent warm-season threat visible on Fort Wayne weather radar. Spring and summer supercells produce damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes across Allen County, with the region averaging 5 to 10 tornado warnings per year. The June 2012 derecho brought straight-line winds over 80 mph that knocked out power across the metro area. The NWS Northern Indiana office (WFO IWX) monitors these storms, and the Fort Wayne weather radar shows storm cell movement and rotation in real time.

Flooding has shaped Fort Wayne's history more than any other hazard. The Great Flood of 1913 killed 7 people, left 15,000 homeless, and damaged over 5,500 buildings. The 1982 flood forced 9,000 residents to evacuate and caused $56.1 million in damage — though a massive community sandbagging effort earned Fort Wayne the nickname "City That Saved Itself." Winters bring an average of 30.5 inches of snow, and checking the Fort Wayne weather radar helps track incoming ice storms and winter precipitation bands before they hit.

Fort Wayne Weather Risks & Safety

Key weather hazards to monitor on the Fort Wayne weather radar

Flooding & Flash Flood Risk

Flash flooding is Fort Wayne's most persistent weather hazard. Slow-moving thunderstorms or tropical moisture can dump enough rain to overwhelm drainage systems within hours — especially in paved urban areas where water has nowhere to go. Check the radar to see where the heaviest rain is falling and which areas to avoid. The standing rule: turn around, don't drown. Never drive through flooded roads, even if they look shallow.

Severe Thunderstorm Risk

Severe thunderstorms roll through Fort Wayne regularly, especially spring through early fall. Expect damaging winds above 58 mph, large hail, and dangerous lightning. The radar shows you each storm cell's position, movement, and intensity — so you can tell if one is headed your way. When a thunderstorm warning drops for Fort Wayne, get indoors and away from windows until it passes.

Tornado Risk

Tornadoes hit Fort Wayne hardest in spring and early summer, when warm Gulf air slams into cooler northern fronts. Supercell thunderstorms can spin up EF2+ tornadoes with very little lead time. On radar, rotation signatures inside storm cells give you a few critical minutes to reach shelter. Fort Wayne averages several tornado warnings per year — know where your safe room or interior closet is before you need it.

Ice Storm Risk

Ice storms are rare in Fort Wayne but devastating when they hit. A quarter-inch of freezing rain coats everything — roads turn into skating rinks, power lines snap, trees come down. The radar shows whether you're getting rain, freezing rain, sleet, or snow — that distinction is critical. When Fort Wayne gets an ice storm warning, stay off the roads and prepare for power outages that could last several days.

How to Use Fort Wayne Weather Radar

Follow these steps to get the most from the Fort Wayne weather radar data.

Check Current Conditions

Look at the weather status bar at the top of the Fort Wayne radar page for temperature, humidity, wind speed, and current conditions at a glance.

Watch the Radar Map

The radar map shows precipitation moving across Fort Wayne and Allen County. Toggle between precipitation and cloud views, and use the animation to see which direction storms are tracking along the three-river corridor.

Check the Forecast

Scroll to the hourly and 7-day forecast. Look for thunderstorms or winter precipitation in the next few hours that could affect your plans in Fort Wayne.

Plan Around the Weather

Rain moving in from the west? Avoid low-lying areas near the St. Marys and Maumee rivers. During severe weather season in Fort Wayne, check back often — storms can intensify fast.

Who Benefits from Fort Wayne Weather Radar

How different people use the Fort Wayne radar data

Commuters & Drivers

Check radar before driving I-69 or US-30 — spot storms and flooding on your Fort Wayne commute.

Outdoor Enthusiasts

Runners at Headwaters Park and the Rivergreenway trail — see incoming storms 30 minutes out.

Event Planners & Families

Planning events at Parkview Field or Promenade Park? Radar shows exactly when rain hits downtown.

Outdoor Workers

Construction crews across Allen County — check radar before outdoor work. Indiana storms bring fast hail.

Fort Wayne Weather FAQ

Common questions about Fort Wayne weather patterns and radar

When is severe weather season in Fort Wayne?

Severe weather season in Fort Wayne runs primarily from April through August, with peak tornado and thunderstorm activity in May and June. Allen County averages 5 to 10 tornado warnings per year during this period. Spring supercells can produce damaging hail, straight-line winds above 58 mph, and occasional tornadoes with limited lead time.

How much snow does Fort Wayne get per year?

Fort Wayne averages about 30.5 inches of snow per year, with most accumulation falling between December and March. The city sits close enough to the Great Lakes to occasionally receive enhanced snowfall from lake-effect moisture, though it's not as extreme as cities directly on the lakeshore like Buffalo or Cleveland.

What was the worst flood in Fort Wayne history?

The Great Flood of 1913 was Fort Wayne's worst natural disaster, killing 7 people, leaving 15,000 homeless, and damaging over 5,500 buildings. The city sits at the confluence of the St. Joseph, St. Marys, and Maumee rivers, making it especially vulnerable. The 1982 flood caused $56.1 million in damage and forced 9,000 evacuations.

Does Fort Wayne get tornadoes?

Yes, northeastern Indiana sees regular tornado activity during spring and summer. The June 2012 derecho brought straight-line winds over 80 mph across the Fort Wayne metro area, causing widespread damage. Most tornadoes in the region are EF0 or EF1, but stronger storms have occurred. Have a safe room or basement shelter plan ready.

How is this different from WANE 15 or WPTA weather radar?

WANE 15 and WPTA provide Fort Wayne radar alongside their broadcast forecasts and meteorologist commentary — valuable during active severe weather. This page offers a clean, ad-free interface with interactive RainViewer radar maps, Open-Meteo hourly forecasts, and a 7-day outlook for Fort Wayne. Radar imagery updates approximately every 10 minutes.

What is the climate like in Fort Wayne, Indiana?

Fort Wayne has a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid with average highs near 84°F in July. Winters are cold with average lows around 18°F in January. The record high is 106°F set in July 1936, and the record low is -24°F from January 1994. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches.