Minneapolis, Minnesota – Dry skies and warm sun will kick off the weekend across the Twin Cities, but it won’t last long. Thunderstorms are set to return by Sunday night, bringing a sharp shift in spring weather conditions across Minneapolis and the I-35W corridor.
According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, Saturday will be sunny and calm with highs near 65°F. Winds shift southeast by afternoon, increasing slightly into Sunday. Showers are expected to move into the area late Sunday with a 30% chance of rain and embedded thunderstorms possible overnight into Monday.
By Monday, spring storms will intensify. Thunderstorms could hit the Twin Cities between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., with the highest chance of activity after 1 p.m. Daytime highs are expected to soar to 80°F. NWS forecasters warn of rainfall totals between a quarter and half an inch, which may impact the Monday evening commute along major routes like I-94, I-35W, and Highway 62.
Monday night stays stormy, with a 70% chance of thunderstorms before 1 a.m. Residents should prepare for possible lightning, strong winds, and localized flooding. Keep devices charged, avoid flooded roads, and monitor alerts from Hennepin County Emergency Management.
Looking ahead, Tuesday brings sun and highs near 67°F before another round of showers by Wednesday night. Expect cooler spring conditions by midweek.
