Minneapolis, Minnesota – Clear skies and a return to summer warmth will greet much of Minnesota on Thursday, July 31st, as dry air filters in behind midweek clouds. With sunshine building throughout the day and highs reaching 77°F, outdoor plans will be back on the table — but so will rising UV levels.
According to the National Weather Service, Thursday will be calm and mostly sunny across Hennepin, Ramsey, and Dakota counties. A light northeast wind near 5 mph will offer little relief from direct sun. Residents and commuters across the Minneapolis–St. Paul area should use sun protection if heading outdoors, especially during peak afternoon hours. Drivers on I-35 and I-94 will face no major weather impacts Thursday, making it an ideal window for travel.
Looking ahead:
- Friday brings more sun with highs near 78°F, although light southeast winds could add slight humidity.
- Saturday continues the trend, mostly sunny and warm, again near 78°F.
- Sunday may see a slight chance of showers in the Twin Cities metro, with highs near 74°F.
- Monday and Tuesday, a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms returns, with highs near 75°F to 80°F and a more humid feel.
If you’re planning to camp, hike, or head to lakes this weekend, prepare for a dry start and a potentially wet finish by Monday night. No weather-related alerts are active as of now, but updates are likely as we enter August.
📅 Five-Day Forecast for Minneapolis:
- Thursday, July 31: Sunny, high near 77°F, light northeast wind
- Friday, August 1: Partly cloudy, high near 78°F
- Saturday, August 2: Mostly sunny, high near 78°F
- Sunday, August 3: 20% chance of showers, high near 74°F
- Monday, August 4: 30% chance of storms, high near 75°F
- Tuesday, August 5: 20% chance of storms, high near 80°F
