Minneapolis, MN – Minnesota residents can expect an unseasonably warm start to October as fall weather brings sunshine and highs near 90°F by Friday. Breezy winds will also pick up heading into the weekend, creating both pleasant outdoor opportunities and minor travel considerations for drivers.
According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, Friday will reach a high near 89°F with south winds up to 15 mph. Saturday may climb to 90°F with gusts as high as 35 mph, making it one of the warmest early-October weekends in recent years. Those planning to decorate for Halloween should secure lightweight items, as gusts could scatter outdoor displays.
Sunday continues the warm pattern with a high near 82°F. However, forecasters note a 20 percent chance of showers both Sunday night and Monday. Temperatures cool slightly into the mid-60s early next week as northwest winds replace southerly breezes.
Drivers along I-35 and I-94 should remain alert for sudden gusts, especially on open stretches where crosswinds can affect high-profile vehicles. Residents planning trips to Lake Minnetonka or outdoor fall festivals in Ramsey and Hennepin counties will see plenty of sunshine, though Saturday’s wind may impact boating and canopy tents.
Five-Day Forecast for Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (KMSP):
- Friday, Oct. 3: Sunny, high 89°F. Winds south 5–10 mph.
- Saturday, Oct. 4: Mostly sunny, breezy, high 90°F. Gusts up to 35 mph.
- Sunday, Oct. 5: Slight chance showers, high 82°F.
- Monday, Oct. 6: Chance of showers, high 67°F.
- Tuesday, Oct. 7: Mostly sunny, high 68°F.
