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Minnesota Weather Alert: Minneapolis Drops 24° by Monday Oct 26
Minneapolis, MN – A sharp change in autumn weather is approaching the Twin Cities, with temperatures expected to tumble from a warm 75 degrees Saturday to just 51 degrees Monday, Oct. 26. The 24 degre
By Mason Reid · 2026-10-23T09:55:17.446Z
Minneapolis, MN – A sharp change in autumn weather is approaching the Twin Cities, with temperatures expected to tumble from a warm 75 degrees Saturday to just 51 degrees Monday, Oct. 26. The 24 degree decline in forecast afternoon highs will be accompanied by increasing clouds and recurring rain chances, bringing a much cooler start to the workweek. Residents across the Minneapolis St. Paul metropolitan area should prepare for a noticeable transition from mild weekend conditions to chilly, potentially wet weather during Monday's commute and outdoor activities.
According to the National Weather Service in the Twin Cities/Chanhassen, Monday will bring cloudy skies, a high near 51 degrees and a 40% chance of showers. Northeast winds of 5 to 10 mph will accompany the cooler conditions. Rain chances increase to 50% Monday night as temperatures fall to approximately 42 degrees, making the evening and nighttime periods particularly important for residents planning travel or outdoor activities.
Temperatures Fall 24 Degrees as Rain Chances Increase The approaching cooldown follows a brief period of unusually warm feeling autumn weather. Friday, Oct. 23, brings partly sunny skies and a high near 74 degrees, with a 30% chance of showers mainly between 3 and 5 p.m. South winds of 5 to 15 mph will accompany the warmth, while temperatures remain near 62 degrees Friday night.
Saturday, Oct. 24, is expected to be the warmest day of the forecast period, with temperatures reaching approximately 75 degrees. However, increasing clouds and a 40% chance of showers after 3 p.m. signal changing conditions. South winds of 10 to 15 mph will become westerly during the afternoon, followed by northwest winds Saturday night as temperatures fall to around 47 degrees.
By Sunday, Oct. 25, afternoon temperatures will reach only 57 degrees, an 18 degree decline from Saturday's forecast high. Mostly cloudy skies and north winds around 5 mph will accompany the cooler weather. Another slight chance of showers develops after 1 a.m. Monday, setting the stage for additional precipitation as the new workweek begins.
Monday Rain Could Affect Twin Cities Travel Monday's combination of cooler temperatures and a 40% chance of showers could affect travel conditions across Minneapolis, St. Paul and surrounding communities. Motorists using Interstate 94, Interstate 35W, Interstate 35E and Interstate 494 may encounter wet pavement and reduced visibility where showers develop. However, the supplied forecast does not indicate widespread flooding, roadway closures or severe thunderstorms.
The temperature change will also be noticeable for residents heading to work, school or outdoor activities. Monday's expected high near 51 degrees is considerably cooler than Saturday's 75 degree afternoon, while northeast winds may add to the chilly feel. Residents should consider warmer clothing and rain protection, particularly during periods when showers are possible.
Monday night brings the highest numerical precipitation probability in the supplied five day outlook, with a 50% chance of showers and temperatures dropping to approximately 42 degrees. Those readings remain above freezing, and the forecast does not indicate snow, ice or freezing rain.
Unsettled Weather Continues Into Midweek Tuesday, Oct. 27, brings mostly cloudy skies and a high near 55 degrees, with a 30% chance of showers mainly before 1 p.m. Additional precipitation chances continue Tuesday night and Wednesday, when temperatures recover to approximately 62 degrees.
Thursday, Oct. 29, is expected to bring mostly sunny skies and a high near 56 degrees. The available forecast suggests a cooler, more variable weather pattern following the weekend warmth, although no major winter storm or hazardous precipitation event is indicated.
Will the 24 degree cooldown and Monday rain chances change your plans across the Twin Cities?
Five Day Weather Outlook Friday 10/23: Partly sunny skies will accompany a high near 74 degrees and a 30% chance of showers mainly between 3 and 5 p.m., with south winds of 5 to 15 mph before mostly cloudy conditions develop tonight and temperatures fall near 62 degrees.
Saturday 10/24: Increasing clouds and a 40% chance of showers after 3 p.m. will accompany the warmest afternoon of the period, with temperatures reaching 75 degrees before northwest winds develop and lows fall near 47 degrees Saturday night, when the shower chance is 30%.
Sunday 10/25: Mostly cloudy skies and north winds around 5 mph will accompany a noticeably cooler high near 57 degrees, followed by temperatures falling to approximately 44 degrees Sunday night and a 20% chance of showers after 1 a.m.
Monday 10/26: Cloudy skies and a 40% chance of showers will accompany a high near 51 degrees, with northeast winds of 5 to 10 mph before rain chances increase to 50% Monday night and temperatures fall to approximately 42 degrees.
Tuesday 10/27: Mostly cloudy conditions will continue, with a 30% chance of showers mainly before 1 p.m. and an afternoon high near 55 degrees, followed by a 20% chance of showers Tuesday night as temperatures settle around 46 degrees.
Additional Outlook: October 28 29 Wednesday, Oct. 28, is expected to bring partly sunny skies and a 40% chance of showers, with temperatures reaching approximately 62 degrees. Wednesday night remains mostly cloudy, with a 30% chance of showers and temperatures falling to around 45 degrees.
Thursday, Oct. 29, brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 56 degrees, offering a potential break from the unsettled conditions earlier in the week.