Minneapolis, MN – Minnesota is set for a sharp weather swing this week, starting with unseasonably warm temperatures Monday before storms move in and cooler conditions take hold across the state.
According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities, highs Monday will climb into the low to mid-60s across central Minnesota, with southern areas potentially reaching the upper 70s or even near 80 degrees. The warmup, however, will be brief.
Thunderstorms are expected to develop Monday night, especially along and ahead of a cold front moving through southern and eastern Minnesota. Some storms could bring brief heavy rain and lightning during the overnight hours, potentially impacting late-night travel.
By Tuesday, conditions turn cooler, with scattered rain showers likely and daytime highs dropping into the 40s and 50s. The cooling trend continues into Wednesday, when temperatures may struggle to reach the low 40s under mostly cloudy skies.
Forecasters say even colder air arrives late Wednesday into Thursday, bringing the potential for a rain-to-snow mix across parts of the state. Overnight lows could dip into the 20s, with some areas seeing light snow accumulation, especially in northern and central Minnesota.
The shifting conditions could impact commutes later in the week, particularly during early morning hours when roads may become slick.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts and prepare for rapidly changing conditions, especially if traveling overnight Monday or later this week.
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