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Minneapolis, MN Weather Oct. 23–24: Rain Chances Reach 40%
Minneapolis, MN – Residents across Minneapolis, St. Paul and the surrounding Twin Cities region can expect unusually warm late October temperatures through Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, before increasing rai
By Wesley Grant · 2026-10-21T22:05:11.116Z
Minneapolis, MN – Residents across Minneapolis, St. Paul and the surrounding Twin Cities region can expect unusually warm late October temperatures through Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, before increasing rain chances arrive Saturday, Oct. 24. However, areas of patchy to dense fog could create visibility concerns beginning Wednesday night, Oct. 21, especially across neighboring western Wisconsin.
According to the National Weather Service NWS Twin Cities office, fog is expected to develop Wednesday night, Oct. 21, with temperatures falling between 40 and 48 degrees across the forecast area. The greatest fog potential is across west central Wisconsin, where visibility could become significantly reduced.
Fog Could Affect Thursday Morning, Oct. 22
Areas of patchy fog may linger into Thursday morning, Oct. 22, particularly across western Wisconsin communities east of the Twin Cities.
Drivers traveling along Interstate 94 and other regional highways should remain alert for rapidly changing visibility.
Thursday afternoon will bring warmer conditions, with highs ranging from 72 to 80 degrees. Western Minnesota could experience temperatures approaching 80 degrees.
Overnight lows Thursday will range from 49 to 57 degrees, with additional patchy fog possible.
Rain Chances Increase Friday, Oct. 23
Friday, Oct. 23, will remain unusually warm, with afternoon highs between 73 and 80 degrees.
A 30% to 40% chance of showers is expected across western Minnesota, while communities farther east may remain dry initially.
Breezy conditions are also expected as the weather pattern begins changing.
Friday night temperatures will remain mild, ranging from 56 to 61 degrees.
Showers Spread Across Region Saturday, Oct. 24
By Saturday, Oct. 24, rain chances will expand across the entire NWS Twin Cities forecast region, including Minneapolis, St. Paul and surrounding communities.
Forecasters indicate a 30% to 40% chance of showers, accompanied by breezy conditions.
Saturday highs are expected between 71 and 77 degrees before overnight temperatures fall to 42–54 degrees.
Residents planning weekend travel, outdoor events or fall activities should monitor updated forecasts as showers become more widespread.