Twin Cities, MN – Central Minnesota and western Wisconsin are expected to experience significant rainfall and potential storms early this week. According to the US National Weather Service Twin Cities, a band of 1-2 inches of rain is forecasted for Monday into Tuesday, with heavier rates likely later in the day as storm chances increase.
According to the National Weather Service, the rainfall will begin as lighter showers but is expected to intensify in the afternoon and evening. Central Minnesota and western Wisconsin are under a severe weather alert, with clusters of showers and thunderstorms likely to develop. The heaviest rain is anticipated in a narrow band, which could lead to uncertainty in the exact locations most affected.
Tuesday will see clearing skies with temperatures ranging from 70-80 degrees. Rain chances return on Wednesday, followed by partly sunny conditions on Thursday and Friday. Cooler weather is expected to persist throughout the week, with highs generally staying in the 70s.
