Minneapolis residents can expect a mixed bag of weather this week, with a slight chance of snow today and a warmer forecast on the horizon. According to the National Weather Service, there's a meager 20 percent chance of snowflakes gracing the city between 8 am and 1 pm, but don't bet the farm on a winter wonderland. The temperature will hover around a mildly chilly 45 degrees, with a shift from west to north winds in the afternoon.
Tonight, the skies will clear up a bit, transforming the overcast day into a partly cloudy evening, with the thermometer dipping to around 26 degrees. Those gentle north winds will stick around, so it might not be the worst idea to keep a light jacket handy. Tuesday promises more sun, with highs near 46 degrees and that consistent north-northeast breeze keeping things brisk.
The weather service is forecasting increasing clouds come Wednesday, with temperatures crossing the 50-degree mark. Expect those southeast winds to start showing off, reaching 15 to 20 mph, and possibly showing off gusts as high as 30 mph by nighttime. Thursday might bring some droplets with a 20 percent chance of rain after noon and similar temperatures, the wind continuing its southeast routine at a moderate clip.
More rain could be on the docket for Friday with a 30 percent chance of rain and partly sunny skies. The temperature is set to peak at a cool 43 degrees, with a north wind blowing at 10 to 15 mph. "Friday Night offers a small possibility of rain before 9 pm, then a slight chance of snow," says the National Weather Service in their forecast. It'll be a partly cloudy night with the lows again in the mid-20s, and that north wind doesn't plan on taking a break.
The weekend looks promising for anyone tired of the cold with a sunny Saturday and highs in the mid-40s. You can expect the north-northwest wind to carry on at about 15 mph, so while the sun may be out, the breeze will ensure a hint of crispness remains in the air. The night will follow suit, remaining mostly clear with the mercury dropping to the mid-20s.
Wrapping up the week, Sunday is set to be sunny with highs nearing the 50-degree mark and the northwest wind maintaining a gentler pace. For those keeping an eye on the sky, you might not need that umbrella just yet, but it wouldn't hurt to have it close by. For the most up-to-date information on Minneapolis's ever-changing weather, you can check out the forecast here.
