Brisk Winds and Chilly Temperatures Expected in Minneapolis This Weekend

Minneapolis residents can look forward to a noticeable chill this weekend with temperatures barely creeping past the freezing mark, according to recent forecasts. The National Weather Service predicts "mostly sunny" skies today, with calm winds making the low-high teens more bearable.

The cold isn't getting ready to loosen its grip for the night either. As Minnesotans bunk down, the mercury is set to dip around 12 degrees; so keep those blankets handy. The forecast indicates that "Partly cloudy, with a low around 12. West northwest wind around 10 mph."

For those braving the outdoors on Saturday, it might be wise to don a few extra layers. The day is set to be "mostly sunny," according to forecasts, but with "gusts as high as 35 mph," the wind chill is likely to be biting. On Saturday night, the skies will remain mostly clear, though the brisk west winds persisting at 10 to 20 mph, and those gusts could rev up to 30 mph.

Sunday's sunshine continues the trend with a forecasted high of 34 degrees. The week kicks off with "Washington's Birthday" promising yet another "partly sunny" skyline and comfortable highs reaching up to 37 degrees - a slight relief for those participating in any outdoor festivities.

Looking ahead, the rest of the week seems to generously offer a bit more warmth with Tuesday even climbing near 40 degrees. "Mostly sunny, with a high near 40," the forecast reads. But be prepared to hold onto your hats; the weather service warns of "southeast wind around 10 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon."

Nightfall throughout the week will also demand respect from city dwellers, with "mostly cloudy" skies and temperatures dipping into the mid-20s. The arrival of the following weekdays suggests a modest rise, Wednesday flexing up to a "high near 44." Indeed, the wind will not go silent, sweeping aggressively west later in the day, again challenging Minneapolis to keep steadfast amidst the winter's last whispers.