Minneapolis residents can expect a mix of cloudy skies and sunshine over the coming week, with fluctuating temperatures that are typical for the brisk spring climate in Minnesota. According to the National Weather Service, the city will experience a calm but variably cloudy Friday, with temperatures peaking at around 50 degrees. The light breeze turning south-southwest is expected to provide a mild backdrop for the day's activities. As daytime turns to evening, the chance of rain climbs to 40 percent, mostly expected before the early hours of the following morning.
A chilly start to the day with temperatures in the 20s. Mostly cloudy skies will give way to rain & snow chance this afternoon across W & C Minnesota. We'll dry out and cool down for the weekend through Tuesday but warmer temperatures arrive mid-week. #mnwx #wiwx pic.twitter.com/OicpEDQi2z
— NWS Twin Cities (@NWSTwinCities) April 4, 2025
The forecast suggests a brighter start to the weekend, with sunny skies on Saturday and a high near 43 degrees. Despite the sunlight, a northwest wind blowing at 10 to 15 mph might require locals to keep their jackets close at hand. Saturday night, described as "Clear" by the National Weather Service, will bring clear skies and a low around 29 degrees.
Continuing into Sunday, conditions look favorable with sunny skies and a slight uptick in temperature to a high near 53 degrees. The light west northwest winds will maintain the expected placidity of an April day in the state. For those venturing out Sunday night, partly cloudy conditions and a low around 26 degrees will round out the weekend.
Looking ahead to the start of the new week, Minneapolis weather will segue into sunny days, although no significant warmth is set to accompany the clear skies. Monday promises sun with a high nearing 41 degrees. Monday night, labeled "Mostly Clear," will see temperatures dip to around 24 degrees, as per the NWS. As the week progresses, citizens can anticipate a high near 50 degrees on Tuesday.
Midweek brings a slight 20% chance of rain on Wednesday and Thursday, though skies are expected to remain mostly sunny with highs near 62. Nights will be partly cloudy with lows in the low 40s. A steady south-southeast breeze offers a subtle shift to the otherwise typical Midwestern spring.
