As Minneapolis residents bundle up for the Thanksgiving holiday, the city is anticipating a wintry mix of weather that might add an extra layer of complexity to holiday travel plans. According to a forecast from National Weather Service, there's a 30 percent chance of snow today before 4 pm, which could turn into flurries between 4 pm and 5 pm. The Thanksgiving Day itself is looking mostly cloudy with a sober chance of snow in the afternoon.
Tonight, the low is expected to drop to around 21 degrees with mostly cloudy skies prevailing. Travelers hoping for clear skies for their Thanksgiving commutes may face a bit of disappointment as clouds continue to dominate, with a high near 26 degrees forecasted for Thursday. The winds are set to pick up as well, with west northwest wind blowing at 5 to 15 mph.
The latter part of the week does bring some reprieve, with mostly sunny conditions forecasted for Friday and a high temperature near 19 degrees. However, Friday night's temperatures will dip to around 7 degrees, making for a chilly start to the weekend. Saturday and Sunday are expected to follow a similar pattern—mostly sunny days with highs of 18 and 21 degrees, respectively, and lows hovering just below the double digits.
Looking into early next week, Minneapolitans should see partly sunny skies on Monday with a high near 21, while the nighttime temperature sits around 12 degrees. The chance for snow returns on Tuesday, with the forecast giving a 20 percent likelihood of precipitation and a high near 24 degrees to start off the next week, according to National Weather Service.
These conditions could be less than ideal for those partaking in outdoor holiday activities or traveling to be with family. As always, staying informed and prepared for the whims of winter weather is advisable, especially in the city’s often unpredictable climate.
