Duluth, Minn. – A stretch of hot weather across Minnesota this weekend may give way to heavy rainfall by mid-to-late next week, raising concerns for potential flooding and travel issues across northern and central parts of the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, a moderate risk (40–60% chance) of heavy rain is expected around Thursday, June 5. This signal comes as an active weather pattern develops between June 5 and June 11, bringing possible downpours to much of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and parts of the Upper Midwest.
The heaviest impacts are likely in northern Minnesota, including cities like Duluth, Bemidji, and Hibbing, where rainfall totals could slow commutes and impact outdoor plans. Central areas such as St. Cloud and Brainerd may also see steady rain during this period. While no immediate action is required, residents planning events or travel late next week should monitor updated forecasts.
This could mark the region’s first significant rainfall in weeks after a quiet weather stretch. With details still evolving, the Climate Prediction Center emphasizes that the forecast may change—updates are expected as June 5 approaches.
