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Minnesota Weather Alert: Minneapolis, MN 30 MPH Gusts Nov 15–19
Minneapolis, MN – Residents across Hennepin County and the Twin Cities metropolitan area are watching temperatures climb from a chilly start toward nearly 60 degrees by Wednesday.
By Dylan Reeves · 2026-11-15T10:49:44.588Z
Minneapolis, MN – Residents across Hennepin County and the Twin Cities metropolitan area are watching temperatures climb from a chilly start toward nearly 60 degrees by Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities office, Minneapolis should reach approximately 50 degrees Sunday under mostly sunny skies.
At Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport, temperatures registered 30 degrees early Sunday, with a wind chill near 25 degrees.
The cold morning conditions will give way to a milder afternoon, beginning several days of warming across central and southern Minnesota.
Near Freezing Temperatures Give Way to a Warmup Sunday night temperatures should fall near 36 degrees under clear skies.
That keeps Minneapolis above freezing in the official nighttime forecast, although colder pockets outside the city could experience different conditions.
Monday brings partly sunny skies gradually becoming sunny, with temperatures reaching 55 degrees.
South southwest winds of 10–15 mph could gust to 30 mph.
Drivers using Interstate 35W, Interstate 94 and Interstate 494 should remain attentive to stronger crosswinds, particularly on exposed stretches.
Tuesday and Wednesday Bring Gusty, Mild Weather Tuesday continues the warming trend, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures near 56 degrees.
South winds of 10–15 mph could again gust to 30 mph.
Wednesday brings another mild afternoon, with temperatures climbing near 58 degrees.
That represents a 28 degree increase from Sunday's early observed temperature.
South winds could produce additional gusts reaching 30 mph.
Keep lightweight jackets available, but expect conditions to feel considerably milder than the early Sunday chill.
Rain Chances Return Later This Week Wednesday night introduces a 20% chance of rain after midnight, with temperatures near 47 degrees.
Thursday remains partly sunny, with a high near 53 degrees.
The more significant change arrives Friday night, when rain chances increase to 80%.
Saturday also looks unsettled, with a 70% precipitation probability and temperatures near 53 degrees.
Despite the November timing, the supplied Minneapolis forecast indicates rain rather than snow.
No specific tornado threat is identified for the Twin Cities in the provided outlook.
Residents should monitor later updates as the weekend system approaches.
Five Day Minneapolis Weather Outlook Sunday, Nov. 15 — Cold Start, Milder Afternoon
High: 50°F | Low: 36°F Early observed temperature near 30°F. Wind chill around 25°F during the early observation. Mostly sunny skies throughout the afternoon. South southeast winds becoming south at 5–10 mph. Clear skies Sunday night. No precipitation indicated. Monday, Nov. 16 — Warmer With Gusty Winds
High: 55°F | Low: 42°F Partly sunny skies gradually becoming sunny. South southwest winds 10–15 mph. Wind gusts reaching 30 mph. Mostly clear conditions Monday night. Watch for crosswinds along exposed highways. Tuesday, Nov. 17 — Sunshine and Another 30 MPH Wind Threat
High: 56°F | Low: 46°F Mostly sunny skies. South winds 10–15 mph. Gusts reaching 30 mph. Partly cloudy skies Tuesday night. Mild temperatures continue across the Twin Cities. Wednesday, Nov. 18 — Temperatures Approach 60 Degrees
High: 58°F | Low: 47°F Partly sunny skies. South winds 10–15 mph, gusting to 30 mph. Temperatures reach the warmest point of the five day period. A 20% chance of rain develops after midnight. Mostly cloudy skies Wednesday night. Thursday, Nov. 19 — Slight Cooldown Before Weekend Rain
High: 53°F | Low: 40°F Partly sunny conditions. West winds 5–15 mph. Mostly cloudy skies Thursday night. Northwest winds around 5 mph becoming calm. No precipitation indicated during Thursday. Looking Ahead: November 20–21 Friday brings a 40% chance of rain, mainly during the morning, with temperatures near 55 degrees.
Friday night becomes considerably wetter, with an 80% chance of rain and temperatures near 45 degrees.
Saturday brings a 70% chance of rain and a high near 53 degrees. South winds of 10–15 mph could shift northwest during the afternoon, with gusts reaching 30 mph.