According to the National Weather Service, residents in the Twin Cities region are looking at a cloudy holiday week accompanied by chances of rain and persistent foggy conditions. Christmas Eve is set to see clouds, with temperatures hovering around the freezing point, while the calm breeze is expected to turn southward at around 5 mph in the afternoon.
As the evening draws near, clouds will continue to blanket the sky with lows dipping to 28 degrees accompanied by a soft southern wind. The National Weather Service forecasts a cloudy Christmas Day for Minneapolis, with highs touching 33 degrees and a south wind picking up between 5 to 10 mph. The trend of overcast skies doesn't seem to be taking leave, also carrying into Wednesday night with a low around 31 and much the same south-southeast wind.
Thursday may bring a slight shift as there's a 20 percent chance of rain after noon. Despite the cloudy skies, temperatures are slated to rise to 38 degrees as the south wind persists. Thursday night follows suit with another 20 percent chance of rain after midnight. The forecast given by the Hazardous Weather Outlook also indicates potential areas of dense fog or freezing fog, adding a layer of complexity to the city's weather narrative.
Looking further ahead, Friday's forecast suggests a 50 percent chance of rain with highs near 40 degrees, while the probability of precipitation jumps to 60% overnight as rain is likely mainly after midnight. Conditions are expected to slightly improve by Sunday, allowing for the chance to partly enjoy some sunshine with the high again approaching 40. Moving into the weekend, cloudy conditions appear to be less dominant, particularly Sunday night which might bring lows around 28 degrees.
The week's weather could significantly affect holiday travel plans and local activities. Commuters should prepare to possibly face widespread dense fog and freezing fog, which might reduce visibility and make travel conditions hazardous. The National Weather Service advises extra caution on the roads, particularly during the night and early morning hours when fog can be most dense.
