The city of Minneapolis is set to experience a variety of weather conditions in the coming days, according to forecasts from the National Weather Service. Residents can expect a shift from partly sunny skies today, with a comfortable high near 78 degrees, to a wetter scenario as showers and thunderstorms move in tonight. Winds are predicted to pick up, reaching speeds of 10 to 15 mph, with gusts that could surge up to 25 mph. The likelihood of precipitation tonight jumps to 70%, with rainfall potentially accumulating between a quarter and a half of an inch.
Friday's weather will similarly be affected by showers and thunderstorms, particularly before the afternoon. The chance of rain is standing strong at an 80% probability. The high for Friday is forecasted to stay near 75 degrees with more gusty winds, which may again reach up to 30 mph. People in Minneapolis should prepare for these weather conditions.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the National Weather Service anticipates a more pleasant change in the weather. Saturday promises to bring mostly sunny skies with highs inching closer to a cozy 73 degrees, backed by a west-northwest wind blowing at 10 to 15 mph. Gusts could once again hit the 25 mph mark, so those planning outdoor activities should be mindful of potentially brisk conditions.
By Sunday, the forecast calls for sunny weather to prevail, with an expected high around the same comfortable 73-degree mark. The wind, however, will calm significantly, shifting to a gentle breeze of about 5 mph from the east-northeast in the afternoon. The clear skies will continue into Sunday night, followed by an unsettled pattern early next week.
Monday will likely ease residents to expect showers, and possibly a thunderstorm, after 1:00 P.M., marking the start of another wet stretch. Wind conditions will remain consistent with previous days, setting the tone for what could be another series of rainy days. Tuesday will bring a chance for more rain with thunderstorms, though the day will be partly sunny with higher temperatures peaking near 82 degrees. Winds on Tuesday are forecasted to be milder, switching from south to west throughout the day.
