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Twin Cities Labor Day Weekend: Warm Temperatures Interrupted by Storms
Planning Labor Day festivities in the Twin Cities? Expect a mix of summer heat and intermittent storm activity throughout the weekend. Keep an eye on updates.
By Cameron Hayes · 2026-09-04T21:13:49.643Z
Chanhassen, Minnesota – Residents planning outdoor festivities for Labor Day weekend should prepare for a mix of summer warmth and intermittent storm activity. While much of the weekend remains hot, timing your outdoor plans around incoming precipitation will be essential as unsettled weather moves into the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Twin Cities , Saturday morning brings a 50 percent chance of showers specifically to western Minnesota. While the remainder of Saturday will turn dry and warm with high temperatures reaching 80 to 88 degrees, a more active pattern sets in starting Saturday night. Sunday carries a 50 percent chance of thunderstorms throughout the day, with highs between 80 and 86 degrees. The wet trend continues into Monday, where scattered showers are expected during the day before storms likely develop Monday night.
Travelers and those hosting outdoor gatherings should remain vigilant for changing sky conditions. With temperatures consistently staying in the 80s, the heat will persist, but residents should keep a reliable source of local updates handy to monitor for lightning or heavy downpours. It is recommended to have indoor alternatives ready for Monday evening as the probability of late day storms increases.
Five Day Outlook for Twin Cities: Tonight features increasing clouds with temperatures between 59 and 68 degrees. Saturday brings a 50 percent chance of morning showers in western Minnesota with highs of 80 to 88 degrees and lows of 60 to 70 degrees. Sunday includes a 50 percent chance of storms with highs of 80 to 86 degrees and lows of 60 to 68 degrees. Monday sees a chance for showers during the day and storms likely at night with highs of 79 to 85 degrees and lows of 62 to 70 degrees.