Minneapolis residents can expect a wintry mix today, with the National Weather Service forecasting a 40 percent chance of snow, particularly between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. The city is set to experience cloudy skies and high temperatures near 41 degrees, but high winds from the north-northeast could reach speeds of 20 mph and gusts up to 40 mph, according to the National Weather Service.
The chance of snowfall decreases tonight, with just a 10 percent likelihood before 7 p.m. Evening clouds are expected to clear gradually, culminating in lows around 26 degrees. The winds will remain strong, with north-northwest gusts as high as 35 mph. Looking ahead to Thursday, Minneapolis will see sunny conditions with highs near 46 and lighter northwest winds shifting to the southwest in the afternoon.
As Friday rolls in, there is a 20 percent chance of rain post-1 p.m., despite partial sunshine and highs nearing 54. The wind patterns will shift throughout the day, starting strong from the south and switching to the northwest as the day progresses. A clearer night sky is anticipated on Friday, with the temperature dropping to around 20 degrees and north-northwest winds calming to between 5 and 15 mph.
Over the weekend, a mix of conditions is on deck for Minneapolis. Saturday will be sunny with a high near 42, followed by a night where snow and rain are possible, with chances of each at 50 percent as reported by the National Weather Service. Sunday's forecast predicts a continued chance of rain, and snow before 1 p.m., with highs close to 47 and a shift in the wind from southeast to west-northwest as the day unfolds.
The hazardous weather outlook provided by the National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN highlights light snow accumulations under an inch and gusty winds reaching 40 to 50 mph across parts of western Minnesota today. However, the outlook from Thursday to Tuesday indicates a respite from hazardous weather. In a statement provided by the National Weather Service, "No hazardous weather is expected at this time" for the indicated period, with spotter activation not anticipated.
