Minneapolis, Minnesota – Rain returns to Minnesota this week, starting Tuesday, with potential wet roads on I-94 and I-35 during morning commutes and evening travel. A 50% chance of showers develops after 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Minneapolis-St. Paul region, marking a cooler, unsettled start to the post-holiday workweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, skies will remain mostly cloudy Tuesday, with a high near 69°F. East winds at 5 mph will shift northeast Tuesday night as rain chances persist at 40%, especially before 1 a.m. Drivers should allow extra time and avoid distracted driving on rain-slicked roads through early Wednesday.
By Wednesday, light rain could linger into the morning hours, with partly sunny skies emerging later and highs near 70°F. Winds will pick up slightly from the northeast at 5 to 10 mph. Wednesday night looks drier, with lows near 53°F and calm conditions expected to return.
Looking ahead, a brief dry stretch begins Thursday with only a 20% chance of afternoon showers. Highs rebound to the upper 70s, followed by mostly clear skies into Friday. The weekend brings renewed storm risks — Saturday includes a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially after 1 p.m., and Sunday looks sunny but breezy, with highs in the mid-80s.
