Fort Wayne, IN Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Fort Wayne
Weather in Fort Wayne is shaped by its humid subtropical climate - expect hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. July afternoons typically reach 83°F (28°C), while January highs hover near 34°F (1°C). Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches (986 mm) over about 132 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 83°F (28°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 34°F (1°C)
- Record high: 94°F (35°C) · Record low: -18°F (-28°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: June (12 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (12.0 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
- Snow: about 14 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 83°F (28°C) and overnight lows stay near 65°F (19°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 34°F (1°C) and lows around 21°F (-6°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 94°F (35°C) and dropped as low as -18°F (-28°C).
Rain, sun and snow
June is usually the wettest month. It brings about 4.6 inches (116 mm) of rain over 12 days, while September is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.0 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 14 days in a typical year, mostly from November through April.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34° | 21° | 10 | 2.7 in | 4.7 h/day | 74% |
| February | 39° | 22° | 9 | 2.8 in | 6.6 h/day | 72% |
| March | 49° | 31° | 11 | 3.5 in | 7.4 h/day | 68% |
| April | 59° | 39° | 13 | 3.8 in | 8.6 h/day | 68% |
| May | 71° | 52° | 13 | 4.0 in | 10.2 h/day | 69% |
| June | 80° | 62° | 12 | 4.6 in | 11.7 h/day | 67% |
| July | 83° | 65° | 12 | 3.5 in | 12.0 h/day | 71% |
| August | 81° | 64° | 12 | 3.1 in | 11.3 h/day | 72% |
| September | 76° | 59° | 8 | 2.4 in | 9.6 h/day | 72% |
| October | 64° | 47° | 11 | 3.2 in | 7.6 h/day | 70% |
| November | 49° | 35° | 9 | 2.6 in | 6.0 h/day | 72% |
| December | 41° | 28° | 10 | 2.8 in | 4.7 h/day | 75% |
Fort Wayne month by month
Fort Wayne weather in January
January brings highs around 34°F (1°C), lows near 21°F (-6°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 4 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Fort Wayne.
Fort Wayne weather in February
February brings highs around 39°F (4°C), lows near 22°F (-6°C), about 9 wet days and roughly 4 snowy days.
Fort Wayne weather in March
March brings highs around 49°F (9°C), lows near 31°F (-1°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Fort Wayne weather in April
April brings highs around 59°F (15°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 13 wet days.
Fort Wayne weather in May
May brings highs around 71°F (22°C), lows near 52°F (11°C), about 13 wet days.
Fort Wayne weather in June
June brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 62°F (16°C), about 12 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Fort Wayne.
Fort Wayne weather in July
July brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 65°F (19°C), about 12 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Fort Wayne.
Fort Wayne weather in August
August brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 12 wet days.
Fort Wayne weather in September
September brings highs around 76°F (25°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 8 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Fort Wayne.
Fort Wayne weather in October
October brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 47°F (9°C), about 11 wet days.
Fort Wayne weather in November
November brings highs around 49°F (10°C), lows near 35°F (2°C), about 9 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days.
Fort Wayne weather in December
December brings highs around 41°F (5°C), lows near 28°F (-2°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Seasons in Fort Wayne
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Fort Wayne stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 59°F (15°C) and nights around 41°F (5°C); expect showers on roughly 37 days across the season, plus around 3 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Fort Wayne brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 81°F (27°C) and nights around 64°F (18°C); expect showers on roughly 36 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Fort Wayne is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 63°F (17°C) and nights around 47°F (8°C); expect showers on roughly 28 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Fort Wayne is bitterly cold, with daytime highs averaging 38°F (3°C) and nights around 23°F (-5°C); expect showers on roughly 30 days across the season, plus around 10 snowy days. Wind makes those temperatures feel harsher than they sound - pair the forecast winds with the wind speed converter to judge conditions on exposed skin.
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Best time to visit Fort Wayne
The best time to visit Fort Wayne is generally July to October, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 76°F (24°C).
Pack for Fort Wayne with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 65°F (19°C).
Fort Wayne temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.