Minneapolis locals are bracing for a wintery mix as forecasters predict a flurry of snow activity in the coming days. According to National Weather Service, the city will face an array of cloudy skies and potential snowfall, with today setting the stage under a blanket of clouds and a high hovering near 28 degrees.
Tonight's outlook won't deviate much, with mostly cloudy skies and a low around 23 degrees. People making their weekend plans should be cautious as a 40 percent chance of snow is expected Friday afternoon. Residents are advised to bundle up, with temperatures peaking near 34 degrees and a persistent south wind flowing at a subtle 5 to 10 mph.
The snowy forecast extends into Friday night and Saturday, where the percentages for snowfall tick up slightly to 50 percent, and the high is predicted to remain steady near 34 degrees. "A half inch of new snow accumulation is possible," the service noted, signaling a modest yet caution-inducing condition for outdoor activities and travel.
As Minneapolis navigates the snowy landscape, the mercury will dip Saturday night to a chilly 22 degrees, keeping the 40 percent snow chance alive. Sunday and Sunday night will offer a slight reprieve with some sun and clouds mingling overhead, coupled with temperatures in the high 20s. However, heading into Monday and the new week, residents are advised to remain vigilant as a 20 percent chance of snow looms post-noon. Highs are set to linger near the 31 degree mark, before a slight cooldown to 23 degrees at night.
While no major snowstorms appear imminent, the city's occupants should keep their winter gear at the ready. By next Tuesday, the forecast shows mostly cloudy conditions with brisk north winds gusting 10 to 15 mph, and a high near 31. Come Tuesday night, those winds will chill the air to around 18 degrees.
