Minneapolis residents will experience a mix of weather conditions over the next few days, with sunny skies transitioning into probable snowfall, according to the National Weather Service. Today's forecast promises mostly sunny weather with highs reaching nearly 19 degrees, but those clear skies aren't expected to last. The winds, initially from the west, will swing south in the afternoon.
Tonight, the clarity gives way to clouds as temperatures drop to around 14 degrees with light south winds persisting. Snow enthusiasts should take note, as the chance for snow increases on Thursday afternoon. The forecast shows a 60 percent chance of snow, accompanied by cloudy skies and temperatures edging up to 27 degrees. The south wind will shift west in the afternoon with less than one inch of new snow accumulation anticipated.
The snowy conditions are expected to taper off before midnight Thursday, however, the outlook remains somewhat bleak with a 50 percent chance of snow and a low of around 20 degrees. Friday will grant a reprieve with partly sunny skies and a high near 25, although northwest winds of 5 to 10 mph will persist.
Heading into the weekend, temperatures begin to drop again. Friday night will be mostly cloudy, the low sinking to around 12. Saturday brings partly sunny skies, and a mild high near 21 degrees before a 20 percent chance of snow enters the forecast on Saturday night with lows around 14. Sunday's weather appears to mirror Saturday's, maintaining the 20 percent snow chance before noon, followed by mostly cloudy conditions, and a high near 19. Next week, temperatures continue their steady chill with Monday's highs near 12, and Monday night lows plunging to around -2.
Those looking to plan their week may want to prepare for the cooler temperatures, especially at night. While Tuesday remains mostly sunny, highs will hover around a brisk 10 degrees, reinforcing winter's hold on Minneapolis for just a little while longer.
