Minneapolis, Minnesota – Storms will slam parts of Minnesota Monday with rainfall, gusty winds, and lightning expected to move through the Twin Cities by midday.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and possibly a thunderstorm will move through Minneapolis between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday, with an 80% chance of precipitation. Northwest winds up to 15 mph may accompany the rain, which could disrupt travel along I-94 and Highway 62. Air quality concerns also remain, with lingering smoke from Canadian wildfires impacting sensitive groups.
Monday’s high will reach 66°F before skies clear slightly Monday night. Temperatures will dip to 52°F overnight under partly cloudy skies and calmer winds.
Tuesday through Friday Preview:
Tuesday brings sunny skies and a high near 79°F — the warmest day of the week. But the break is short-lived.
Wednesday afternoon marks the return of rain, with storms becoming more likely by Wednesday night (60% chance). Thunderstorm activity increases again Thursday and Friday, with each day carrying a 50% chance of rain and highs hovering in the mid to upper 70s. Winds stay light but variable.
Sensitive groups should limit outdoor activity through Sunday night due to the Air Quality Alert in effect statewide. Officials may extend the alert into Monday if smoke concentrations remain elevated.
Stay weather-aware and check for updated advisories as daily rain chances continue through the workweek.
