Residents in Minneapolis can expect a mixed bag of weather ranging from sunny skies to potentially severe thunderstorms in the coming days. The National Weather Service in Twin Cities, citing forecasts, describes today's conditions as "partly sunny, with a high near 86" accompanied by a brisk southern wind. However, shifts are likely as tonight brings a 70% chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm before midnight, followed by more rain and storm chances post-midnight. Despite the precipitation, temperatures will remain relatively warm, with lows hovering around 68 degrees.
The rest of the week seems to hold a similar pattern, with Thursday showcasing a 50-50 split chance to experience rain and storms in mostly sunny skies and a high peaking in the mid-80s. The forecast, released by the National Weather Service, includes potential new rainfall between a quarter and half of an inch. Residents should prepare to swiftly adapt to changing weather conditions, as breezy conditions are expected to continue with south winds at 10 to 15 mph. By Thursday night, shower and storm probabilities diminish slightly, and by Friday, Minneapolis could be bathing in full sunshine with a high near 80 degrees.
As the weekend approaches, weather predictions indicate a cycle of showers and clearer skies. According to weather forecasts, there's a 20% chance of showers Friday night, followed by partly sunny conditions on Saturday with increasing shower chances in the afternoon. Temperatures will take a slight dip on Sunday, with highs around 70 degrees and continued opportunities for rain.
Continuing into next week, the weather story remains consistent, with a 40% likelihood of rain showers on Monday and Tuesday. Nighttime conditions will mostly be cloudy with a chance for additional showers and lows in the lower to mid-50s. Amid these predictions, the National Weather Service has also issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook, cautioning of the potential for "very large hail, damaging winds, and the possibility of a brief tornado or two" particularly on Thursday. Despite there being no need for SKYWARN spotter activation as of yet, residents should remain vigilant and ready to take cover if necessary, especially during the afternoons and evenings when conditions are primed for severe weather events.
