Minneapolis, Minnesota – Commuters across the Twin Cities should brace for wet roads and possible delays Friday afternoon as showers and isolated thunderstorms move into the region. With rain likely after 1 p.m., especially along major arteries like I-94, Friday errands and weekend getaways may require a change in plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, a 60% chance of showers is expected in Minneapolis Friday afternoon, with isolated storms possible into the evening. Northeast winds up to 10 mph could accompany brief downpours. Although most areas will see less than a tenth of an inch of rain, localized totals could be higher in thunderstorms.
Friday night brings a lingering 20% chance of light rain as skies remain mostly cloudy with temperatures dipping to 56°F. By Saturday, the chance of precipitation climbs again to 40%, especially before 1 p.m., as another round of showers and storms approaches.
On Sunday, the pattern continues: expect a mix of sun and clouds with a 50% chance of afternoon thunderstorms and highs near 71°F. Storms may again bring bursts of rainfall and breezy conditions.
The weekend will wrap up with a higher chance of rain Monday, followed by a drier and warmer stretch starting Tuesday.
5-Day Forecast for Minneapolis (June 5–10):
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 81°F.
- Friday: Showers likely after 1 p.m., high 72°F.
- Saturday: Chance of thunderstorms before noon, high 76°F.
- Sunday: Chance of storms after 1 p.m., high 71°F.
- Monday: Showers and storms likely, high 68°F.
