The citizens of Minneapolis can expect to see a transition from cloudy skies to mostly sunny weather today, with temperatures reaching a comfortable high of around 77 degrees, as per reports from the National Weather Service. The wind will persist lightly from the east at around 5 mph. As the city moves into the night, the skies will turn partly cloudy with an anticipated low of around 65 degrees, and the east wind will maintain its pace at 5 to 10 mph.
Early morning fog followed by partly cloudy skies today. Showers likely throughout Thursday with scattered storms possible, with the best chance for strong to severe storms in southern MN.
— NWS Twin Cities (@NWSTwinCities) August 28, 2024
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However, Thursday's forecast significantly shifts, heralding the possibility of quickly becoming severe. The National Weather Service warns of showers and thunderstorms, predominantly post 3 pm, with an 80% chance of precipitation and new rainfall amounts ranging between a quarter and half an inch. The day's temperature is projected to climb near 84 degrees, while a southeast wind will intensify to 10 to 15 mph, as reported by the National Weather Service. Minneapolis residents are advised to prepare for potentially severe weather conditions as the day progresses.
The city should expect to continue to experience unsettled weather Thursday night with showers and thunderstorms before 10 pm followed by possible showers and a thunderstorm between 10 pm and 1 am. Some of these storms may also be severe. With South southeast winds shifting to west northwest after midnight and maintaining a speed of 5 to 10 mph, the chance of precipitation remains high at 80%. The nighttime low is anticipated to hover around 60 degrees.
Looking forward to the rest of the week, the weather is forecasted to notably improve. Friday will bring sunny skies with a high near 78 degrees and a west wind blowing at a gentle 5 to 10 mph. The clear conditions are set to extend into Friday night, with a low of around 59 degrees, as detailed by the National Weather Service. The weekend continues the trend of sunny weather. Saturday's high is expected to reach 82 degrees, followed by a clear night with lows around 58 degrees. By Sunday, the high will dip slightly to around 70 degrees under sunny skies, with a light north-northwest wind.
The pleasant weather will remain consistent through Labor Day, with a forecast of sunny skies and highs near 71 degrees, and calm winds turning south at about 5 mph in the afternoon. The nighttime maintains clarity with a low of around 53 degrees. Come Tuesday, Minneapolis can look forward to more sun with a high near 74 degrees, accompanied by a south wind traveling at 5 to 10 mph.
For detailed weather updates and further information, Minneapolis locals can refer to the National Weather Service's forecast.
