Minneapolis, MN – Thursday brings the next weather shift for Minnesota, with possible thunderstorms and falling temperatures that will impact the end of the week. Residents along I-35 should prepare for wet roads and breezy conditions heading into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, Minneapolis faces a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4 p.m. Thursday, followed by partly cloudy skies overnight. Winds from the north will reach 5 to 10 mph, dropping the low to 36°F by Thursday night. Friday will be mostly sunny but significantly cooler, with a high near 58°F and calm morning winds shifting south by the afternoon.
Saturday offers a break with highs reaching 68°F, but breezy winds between 10 and 15 mph will make it feel cooler. Gusts may exceed 25 mph Saturday night into Sunday, with another 20 percent chance of showers arriving late Sunday.
Residents should stay weather-aware and dress in layers, as temperatures fluctuate and winds increase into early next week. Monday brings another shot of rain, with a 20 percent chance of showers during the day and breezy west winds gusting up to 30 mph.
Extended 5-Day Spring Forecast:
- Thursday: 30% chance of showers. High: 50°F. North wind 5–10 mph.
- Friday: Mostly sunny. High: 58°F. Calm morning winds.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, windy. High: 68°F. Gusts up to 25 mph.
- Sunday: 20% chance of showers. High: 73°F.
- Monday: 20% chance of showers. High: 63°F. Breezy with gusts to 30 mph.
Motorists on I-35 and throughout Hennepin County should drive cautiously during rain periods and stay updated with local alerts.
