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Minnesota Weather Alert: 80-Degree Heat Holds This Weekend in Minneapolis
Stay updated on the Minneapolis Labor Day weekend weather forecast featuring 80 degree heat and potential thunderstorms. Plan your holiday travel accordingly.
By Erin Vale · 2026-09-05T23:20:38.254Z
Minneapolis, MN — Minnesota residents preparing for Labor Day Weekend festivities will navigate a mix of sun and returning storm chances as the holiday progresses. While the weekend kicks off with pleasant conditions, the atmosphere remains active, requiring travelers and outdoor enthusiasts to stay aware of changing conditions.
Saturday offers the best opportunity for outdoor activities, featuring mostly sunny skies and a high near 87 degrees. With light winds, it is an ideal day for final cookouts or trips to the lake. However, plan for conditions to shift by Saturday night, when a chance of showers and thunderstorms moves into the region.
By Sunday, the weather pattern becomes more unsettled. Skies turn partly sunny with a high near 85 degrees, but a 40 percent chance of storms persists through the day. If you are heading out on I 35 or other regional routes, monitor the skies closely, as localized heavy rain could impact travel speeds. Conditions will remain volatile Sunday night with a 50 percent chance of continued thunderstorm activity.
The Labor Day holiday itself sees cooler temperatures with a high near 80 degrees. The persistent chance of rain continues, particularly throughout the day and into Monday night, when storms become more likely. If your plans involve travel, allow extra time for potential delays on major thoroughfares and stay updated on the latest radar imagery as the weekend progresses.
Whether you are hosting a final summer barbecue or heading out on a road trip, keeping a watchful eye on the sky will be key to a successful holiday. Traveling this weekend? Tell us what conditions you're seeing in your neighborhood.
Five Day Forecast:
Thursday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, 87/70 Friday: Mostly sunny, 89/68 Saturday: Mostly sunny, 87/69 Sunday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, 85/68 Monday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, 80/68 Have something happening in your community? Hit the red Post/Submit button above to share events, classifieds, stories and local updates with Country Herald. SUPPORT LOCAL INDEPENDENT NEWS! Have a tip? Message us!