Minneapolis, Minnesota – Extreme heat is set to grip the Twin Cities on Friday, pushing heat index values as high as 101 degrees, while a surge of severe thunderstorms threatens late Friday into Saturday. Power outages, dangerous wind gusts, and possible downed trees could disrupt evening plans across central and southern Minnesota.
According to the National Weather Service, isolated thunderstorms may spark this morning and again tonight, but the strongest risk arrives late Friday with damaging winds. The heaviest storms are expected west of Minneapolis, especially near the Dakota border. Residents from Chanhassen to Anoka should be prepared for sudden weather changes and plan to avoid outdoor activities during peak afternoon heat.
Overnight Thursday: A stray thunderstorm possible, muggy, low near 73.
Friday: Mostly cloudy, brutally humid, high 91°F; heat index 101°F. Storms developing late.
Friday Night: 50% chance of severe thunderstorms; risk for damaging winds, localized flooding.
Saturday: Rain lingers early, partial clearing by afternoon, high 84°F.
Sunday: Drier and slightly cooler, mostly sunny, high 85°F.
Stay alert for fast-changing weather through Saturday morning and check local alerts before traveling. Additional advisories may be issued as the threat evolves.
Five Day Forecast for Minneapolis, MN:
- Friday: 91°F, late storms, dangerous heat
- Saturday: 84°F, early rain, clearing
- Sunday: 85°F, mostly sunny
- Monday: 84°F, slight storm chance
- Tuesday: 85°F, mostly sunny
