Minneapolis drivers could wake up to slick roads and storm delays Monday night as a stretch of unsettled weather sets in. Thunderstorms are expected to fire up late, bringing the chance for heavy rain, lightning, and slower commutes along I-94 and other metro highways.
According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, a 30% chance of storms begins after midnight Sunday, then increases into Monday evening. Storms may continue through midweek, producing heavy rainfall at times. Winds will shift from the southeast to southwest as the system pushes through, with gusts up to 10 mph.
Daytime conditions Monday should stay partly sunny, with highs near 85 degrees. Once storms arrive, rainfall could reduce visibility on the roadways and create ponding in low-lying areas. The evening commute Tuesday looks particularly impacted as storms remain likely.
Wednesday brings the highest risk, with showers and storms likely after midday. Forecasters warn of a 60% chance of rainfall, which could disrupt outdoor events and slow traffic across the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro.
Residents should secure outdoor items, check flashlights, and avoid unnecessary travel during heavy downpours. Power outages remain possible, especially where lightning strikes or saturated soil weakens tree roots near lines.
Conditions improve late week, with cooler, drier air sliding into Minnesota. By Saturday, highs should hover in the upper 60s, giving the state a crisp taste of fall.
Five Day Forecast for Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Monday: Partly sunny, high 85. Thunderstorms possible late. Low 69.
- Tuesday: Sunny early, storms late. High 89, low 67.
- Wednesday: Showers and storms likely, high 80. Low 65.
- Thursday: Storms continue, high 75. Low 61.
- Friday: Storm chances linger, high 71. Clearing late, low 57.
