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St. Paul, MN Weather Alert: Up to 3 Inches of Rain Nov. 2–4
Minneapolis, MN – Residents across the Twin Cities and portions of central and western Minnesota should prepare for several days of soaking rain beginning late Sunday, Nov. 1, with widespread rainfall
By Caleb Mercer · 2026-11-01T11:53:01.985Z
Minneapolis, MN – Residents across the Twin Cities and portions of central and western Minnesota should prepare for several days of soaking rain beginning late Sunday, Nov. 1, with widespread rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches possible through Wednesday, Nov. 4. The extended wet pattern follows an unusually mild start to November.
According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities office, rain will move into the region Sunday night before continuing intermittently Monday through Wednesday. Forecasters expect a widespread soaking rainfall, with some locations having a greater than 70% probability of exceeding 2 inches.
Up to 3 Inches of Rain Possible Sunday will feature partly sunny skies and temperatures ranging from 62 to 68 degrees, approximately 15 degrees above normal for early November.
Rain showers are expected to develop late Sunday night, with overnight lows between 52 and 56 degrees.
Monday, Nov. 2, will bring widespread rain and a few possible thunderstorms, with daytime temperatures reaching 58 to 64 degrees.
Rainfall chances will continue Tuesday, Nov. 3, with temperatures ranging from 55 to 65 degrees.
The National Weather Service indicates that total rainfall could reach 1 to 3 inches by Wednesday, particularly across portions of central and western Minnesota.
Wet Conditions Continue Wednesday Additional rain is expected Wednesday, Nov. 4, with daytime highs cooling to between 50 and 56 degrees.
Overnight temperatures could fall into the lower to middle 40s.
Motorists traveling through Minneapolis, Hennepin County, St. Paul and the surrounding metropolitan area should prepare for wet roadways and reduced visibility during periods of steadier rainfall.
While the forecast highlights substantial rainfall totals, the National Weather Service has not identified a specific flash flood threat in this outlook.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts for changes in rainfall amounts and timing as the multi day weather system develops.