Minneapolis Anticipates Showers and High Winds, Severe Weather Advisory Issued

Minneapolis and its surrounding regions are bracing for a stretch of inclement weather characterized by persistent showers and the potential for high winds, as detailed by the National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen, MN. According to the weather forecast, Monday's outlook for Minneapolis, MN, indicates a chance of showers today, mostly before noon and returning again after 3pm, combined with breezy conditions that could present gusts reaching 30 mph.

Tonight, residents should expect continued showers and possibly severe thunderstorms before 9pm, followed by potential thunderstorms between 9pm and 4am. The weather service, which is predicting high chances of precipitation at 80%, said that new rainfall totals could be between a quarter to half an inch. Soaking rains are expected to continue through Tuesday and Wednesday, raising concerns of ponding water in fields and low-lying areas.

The hazardous weather does not end there, as advised by the Hazardous Weather Outlook, with the Minneapolis region looking at a 90% chance of showers for Tuesday. The approaching storms are anticipated to bring heavy precipitation, with new amounts possibly ranging between 1 and 2 inches.

Looking ahead to midweek, Wednesday's forecast promises showers likely and mostly cloudy skies, with a high near 57 and a 60% chance of precipitation. The outlook for Thursday is more positive, offering a respite with a forecast of mostly sunny weather and a high near 67. However, going into the weekend, there's another looming chance of showers slated for Sunday, which could bring additional rainfall and perpetuate the concerns over ponding in susceptible areas.

In light of these conditions, residents are encouraged to prepare for the inclement weather, ensuring safety measures are in place to cope with the expected high winds and heavy rains. As the week unfolds, those in affected regions will be keeping a close eye on water levels and the impact sustained precipitation may have on urban and rural landscapes alike.