Minneapolis, Minnesota – Smoky skies and rising temperatures will blanket Minneapolis on Friday, August 1st, as calm conditions trap haze across the region. Residents sensitive to air quality should limit outdoor activities, especially during peak afternoon hours when highs near 79°F are expected.
According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, areas of smoke will persist into Friday evening before gradually clearing. Winds will remain light out of the southeast at around 5 mph, offering little help in dispersing smoke. Air quality alerts remain possible, and those with respiratory conditions are advised to monitor updates closely.
Friday night will stay partly cloudy with lows near 59°F. The weekend brings a noticeable shift — Saturday remains mostly sunny with highs again near 79°F, but by Sunday night, storm chances return. A 20% chance of rain develops Sunday evening and increases Monday, when scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible.
Light winds and stagnant air continue into early next week, limiting ventilation and potentially prolonging hazy conditions. By Tuesday, temperatures rise to the low 80s with continued humidity, keeping weather patterns muggy but unsettled.
⚠️ What’s Next: Prepare for a potential shift to stormier weather starting Sunday night. Stay weather-aware, especially if you have weekend travel or outdoor plans around Hennepin County and I-35W corridors.
📅 Five-Day Minneapolis Forecast (August 1–6):
- Friday (Aug 1): Areas of smoke. High: 79°F. Light southeast winds.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny. High: 79°F. Calm morning winds becoming light south.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny. Slight chance of evening showers. High: 78°F.
- Monday: 20% chance of showers/thunderstorms. High: 78°F.
- Tuesday: 20% chance of storms. Mostly sunny. High: 83°F.
- Wednesday: 20% chance of storms. High: 84°F. Warm and humid.
