Minneapolis, Minn. – After a stretch of cooler days, the Twin Cities are warming back to near-normal September levels, though scattered rain and thunderstorms could disrupt evening plans through Tuesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in the Twin Cities, clouds will increase this afternoon with showers developing by tonight. A 40% chance of rain lingers into the early hours of Tuesday, with storms most likely in southern Minnesota before tapering off by midday. Highs will hold in the mid to upper 70s both today and Tuesday, though pockets of rain could keep some areas cooler.
By Wednesday, drier air moves in, bringing mostly sunny skies and highs between 75 and 80 degrees. Thursday continues the warming trend, topping out in the low 80s under partly sunny skies. Overnight lows throughout the week remain comfortable in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Drivers may want to allow extra time for the Tuesday morning commute with wet roads possible, while residents are encouraged to keep outdoor activities flexible until storms pass.
Showers should clear by midweek, setting up a stretch of seasonable and pleasant weather across the metro.
Five Day Forecast for Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Monday: Increasing clouds, chance of evening showers. High 72–80, low 58–62.
- Tuesday: 50% chance of storms, especially morning. High 70–78, low 55–60.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny. High 75–80, low 55–60.
- Thursday: Partly cloudy, warmer. High 76–82, low 55–65.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, seasonable. High near 80, low in the 60s.
