Twin Cities, MN – Severe storms are expected to impact the Twin Cities area today, Thursday, with clear skies predicted for Labor Day weekend. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a slight risk warning for severe weather, particularly during the late afternoon and evening hours. The storms are forecasted to develop in west-central Minnesota between 3 and 5 p.m. and will move eastward into the Twin Cities by 5 to 7 p.m., before reaching western Wisconsin around 7 to 9 p.m.
According to the NWS, damaging winds and large hail are the primary threats, with isolated tornadoes possible. These storms are not expected to be as strong as Monday’s severe weather.
Despite today’s storms, the weather is set to improve just in time for Labor Day weekend. Sunny skies and milder temperatures are forecasted from Friday through Tuesday, providing an excellent backdrop for outdoor activities. Residents are advised to monitor weather updates closely today and prepare for potentially severe conditions before the weekend’s pleasant weather sets in.