Minneapolis, Minn. – Friday night football fans and late commuters in the Twin Cities should brace for gusty winds topping 30 mph as breezy conditions sweep through the metro. Drivers on I-35W and I-94 could experience strong crosswinds Friday evening, making travel challenging for high-profile vehicles.
According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, Friday night winds will range from 15 to 20 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph under partly cloudy skies. The breezy stretch continues into Saturday morning, though conditions calm by midday with temperatures reaching the lower 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Sunday looks nearly perfect for outdoor plans, with abundant sunshine and highs in the mid-60s. Light winds from the northwest will ease, making it an ideal day for farmers markets, walks around Lake Calhoun, or tailgating before afternoon football.
The next round of unsettled weather arrives late Monday into Tuesday, when scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible. The National Weather Service notes that storm chances remain highest overnight into early Tuesday, with gusty winds and brief downpours possible.
Residents are urged to secure outdoor items Friday night ahead of strong winds and plan for cooler evenings through the weekend. Keep an umbrella handy by Monday, as showers could return during the morning commute.
Clear skies dominate much of the weekend, but the Twin Cities should prepare for a shift to more unsettled weather by early next week.
Five Day Forecast for Minneapolis, Minn.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 62°F, northwest winds 5–10 mph.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 65°F, calm winds.
- Monday: Mostly sunny early, showers possible late, high 71°F.
- Tuesday: Scattered showers, high 73°F.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, chance of showers, high 75°F.
