Minneapolis, Minnesota – Twin Cities residents can expect a brief break from sunshine as clouds roll in Wednesday, followed by a chance of showers Thursday that may impact evening travel and outdoor plans. Temperatures will stay mild through midweek but are set to climb into the 70s and 80s by the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities, skies will clear Tuesday, but clouds will return by Wednesday with a 40% chance of rain on Thursday. Highs are expected to hover between 60 and 70 degrees through Thursday, with overnight lows dropping into the 40s across much of the metro area and southern Minnesota.
Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding suburbs could see spotty showers late Thursday afternoon, possibly affecting commuters along I-35W and I-94. Northern and western parts of the state should remain dry but cooler overnight, with lows dipping near freezing in outlying areas. While no flooding or severe weather is expected, residents are urged to drive cautiously during wet periods and keep an umbrella handy.
The rain will clear out by Friday morning, giving way to mostly sunny skies and a warming trend into the weekend. Temperatures are forecast to reach the mid-70s by Sunday, with more consistent warmth arriving early next week. Additional updates may follow if Thursday’s rain system intensifies.
