Duluth, Minn. Dry skies and lighter smoke will give northern Minnesota a brief midweek break before strong to severe thunderstorms return late Thursday and again Friday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, isolated storms could develop Thursday evening, with gusts up to 25 mph and afternoon highs ranging from 68 to 80 degrees. The risk intensifies Friday, when scattered storms — some potentially severe — are expected to sweep across the Northland, bringing wind gusts near 20 mph and highs in the upper 70s to mid-80s.
Residents in Duluth, Brainerd, and International Falls should prepare for sudden downpours, lightning, and brief damaging winds. Travelers along I-35 and U.S. Highway 53 may encounter hazardous driving conditions, particularly during the evening hours. Officials recommend securing outdoor items, charging electronic devices, and avoiding non-essential travel during storm periods.
Storm chances decrease Saturday, though scattered showers will persist as winds shift from the northeast at 5 to 8 mph. More updates may be issued if severe weather develops.
Five-Day Forecast
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, highs 73–83°F, light winds
- Thursday: Isolated storms PM, highs 68–80°F, gusts to 25 mph
- Friday: Scattered storms, highs 76–86°F, gusts to 20 mph
- Saturday: Scattered showers, highs 74–80°F, lows 48–60°F
- Sunday: Clearing skies, highs 72–78°F, light winds
