Duluth, Minn. – Severe storms could sweep into north-central Minnesota late Monday, bringing a risk of 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail to cities like Brainerd, Hibbing, and Grand Rapids. Storm activity is expected to peak between 6 p.m. and midnight, potentially disrupting travel and outdoor plans across the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, isolated severe thunderstorms are possible across the Northland Monday afternoon and evening, especially west of Highway 53. The main threats include damaging winds, hail up to 1 inch in diameter, and brief periods of heavy rainfall that could lead to localized flash flooding.
Areas including Bemidji, Walker, and Detroit Lakes are under a marginal risk, while non-severe thunderstorms are more likely toward the Arrowhead region. In Brainerd, the chance of severe storms spikes to 50% between 6–9 p.m., with Duluth seeing elevated chances until early Tuesday morning. Rainfall will continue into Tuesday, with a 5–15% chance of flash flooding due to persistent heavy downpours.
Residents are urged to secure outdoor items, avoid unnecessary travel during peak storm hours, and stay weather-aware. Additional advisories may be issued if storms strengthen Monday evening.
🔎 5-Day North-Central Minnesota Weather Snapshot
- Monday: Thunderstorms, some severe after 6 p.m. | High 75°F | Wind gusts to 60 mph
- Tuesday: Rain continues, heavy at times | High 68°F | Flooding risk remains
- Wednesday: Clearing skies, cooler | High 65°F | Breezy
- Thursday: Mostly sunny | High 72°F | Dry and pleasant
- Friday: Partly cloudy | High 76°F | Low storm risk returns late
