Minneapolis is set to enjoy a sunny day today with a high near 71, before a slight chance of showers interrupts the clear skies on Monday, according to the National Weather Service in Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN. People in the city can expect a mostly sunny start to the week with a high near 68 before conditions take a turn for the breezier. Gusts as high as 30 mph might come following potential Monday showers. Residents should grab their umbrellas as showers are likely to continue into the night, especially after 2 am, with the chance of precipitation hitting the 60% mark.
However, the locals are advised to brace to quickly turn, as Tuesday forecasts predict a stormy mix. Showers and possibly a thunderstorm are on the docket before 11 am, with a continuation of showers between 11 am and 2 pm, then again, showers and possibly another thunderstorm after 2 pm. With winds expected to be breezy, hitting the 20 to 25 mph range, gusts could soar as high as 40 mph. This comes directly from the National Weather Service's recent update.
The city won't be catching a break as the wet weather will persist through Wednesday, with an 80% chance of more thunderstorms before 2 pm and possible showers following. As reported by NWS, the tumultuous conditions are forecasted to mellow slightly by Wednesday night, with only a 30 percent chance of showers before 8 pm. The outlook for Thursday again suggests a 20 percent shot of afternoon showers, despite mostly sunny conditions and a high near 53.
With such a volatile week ahead, Minneapolis residents should be wary of the "elevated fire weather conditions this afternoon," warned the National Weather Service. Humidity values are expected to drop into the 20s and wind gusts could increase up to 25 MPH, creating perfect conditions for wildfires to spread. No other hazardous weather is expected after today through Saturday, as mentioned in their Hazardous Weather Outlook. Locals can look forward to the skies clearing up for the weekend, with a mostly sunny Saturday projected and a high near 50 to wrap up the week.
