Duluth, Minnesota – Temperatures across northern Minnesota are set to climb steadily this week, with daytime highs reaching the low to mid-80s by Thursday and overnight lows holding in the mid-50s to 60s. According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, the region can expect a mix of warm, humid days and scattered rain showers or thunderstorms—especially by midweek. Intermittent storms will slowly track eastward, bringing the greatest chance for widespread rain and thunder late Wednesday into Thursday, affecting travel on highways such as U.S. 53 and MN-61.
Residents in Duluth, Hibbing, and along the Iron Range should watch for changing weather and the risk of brief heavy downpours, lightning, and gusty winds, particularly in the late afternoon and evening hours. The forecasted warmth could also raise localized flooding concerns in low-lying areas, so drivers are urged to use caution during storms and allow extra travel time. With air quality alerts in place through Monday for portions of northwest Wisconsin and northeast Minnesota, those with respiratory concerns should check conditions before spending time outdoors.
Temperatures are expected to stay elevated through the end of the week, with additional rounds of showers possible. More advisories may be issued as the storm threat evolves—residents should stay tuned for updated warnings from local officials.
