Residents of Minneapolis and surrounding areas should brace themselves for an afternoon and evening of potential severe weather conditions, according to the forecast from the National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN. The weather outlook for today indicates a likelihood of showers and thunderstorms, primarily after 5 pm, with the chance of precipitation standing at 60%. Some of these storms may usher in heavy rainfall, with estimates projecting up to three-quarters of an inch.
Tonight's conditions suggest a high probability of continued showers and thunderstorms, up until around 10 pm, with a 90% chance of precipitation forecasted. The impending storms may turn severe and are expected to deliver, significant rainfall, with new rainfall amounts potentially being a quarter to half an inch, as informed by the National Weather Service. Following today's turbulent weather, Friday through Wednesday is set to see a stretch of calm skies and no anticipated hazardous weather.
To add, the National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook that spans central and southern Minnesota, along with west central Wisconsin. The outlook highlights a "slight risk for severe thunderstorms" for today and into the evening. Reviewing the potential threats, the outlook warns of damaging winds, large hail, and even a few tornadoes being possible.
Residents in the alerted zones are encouraged to stay aware as conditions develop, and the outlined, risks could potentially interrupt typical end-of-summer events and outdoor plans. The notice emphasizes that "SKYWARN spotter activation may be needed," a call to the trained volunteers who report severe weather to the National Weather Service.
