Minneapolis, Minnesota – A stretch of classic summer weather arrives Sunday in Minnesota, with sunny skies and highs near 80°F expected across Minneapolis by mid-afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, Sunday, July 20th, will bring calm conditions, light southeast winds, and no severe threats. But that peace may not last. Storm chances increase Monday night into Tuesday as humid air and instability return, raising the potential for scattered thunderstorms.
Temperatures will climb each day into the mid-80s, with Tuesday and Wednesday shaping up to be the warmest of the next five. Tuesday night brings a 40% chance of storms, followed by a slightly higher 50% chance Wednesday night. Winds remain mostly calm, but humidity will surge—especially by midweek.
This stretch marks a noticeable uptick in summer heat after cooler starts to the month. No excessive heat warnings are in place yet, but a muggy pattern is setting up. Stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion by midweek.
Five-Day Forecast for Minneapolis (July 20–25):
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 80°F. Southeast wind 5–10 mph.
- Monday: Slight chance of showers before 1 p.m. High 81°F. Southeast wind 10–15 mph.
- Tuesday: 40% chance of storms. High 87°F. Muggy conditions.
- Wednesday: 50% chance of storms. High 85°F. Nighttime rain possible.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 84°F. Storms possible overnight.
- Friday: Slight chance of storms, high near 87°F. Warm and breezy.
