Minneapolis, Minnesota – Increasing rain chances return to the Twin Cities Thursday night, bringing scattered showers and a brief cool down just in time for the weekend. Residents across Minneapolis, St. Paul, and nearby suburbs should keep umbrellas handy as overnight lows hold steady in the upper 60s, with rainfall moving in by early Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities, rain showers are likely to begin late Thursday with a 30% chance, increasing to an 80% likelihood by Friday. Friday temperatures will reach near 80°F, but Saturday morning could see lingering showers and a dip to 79°F. After the rain clears, conditions will turn warm and humid, with Sunday highs bouncing back to 85°F and pushing to 87°F by Monday.
Scattered rain could affect local travel during the morning commute Friday and early Saturday, especially along major roads such as I-94 and I-35. Residents are urged to monitor local alerts, allow extra travel time, and check for any updates on potential power outages or minor flooding in low-lying areas. For those planning outdoor events, Saturday afternoon and Sunday will offer much-improved conditions.
Storm chances drop to 20% by Monday, but high humidity will persist. Stay weather-aware and keep devices charged for timely alerts as summer heat intensifies. Further advisories may be issued if additional storms develop.
Five Day Bullet Point Forecast:
- Thursday: High 85°F, scattered evening showers (30% chance)
- Friday: High 80°F, widespread rain (80% chance)
- Saturday: High 79°F, morning rain, cooler and drier by afternoon (20% chance)
- Sunday: High 85°F, warm and humid, minimal rain chance
- Monday: High 87°F, isolated storms possible (20% chance)
