For Minneapolis residents, it seems the atmosphere decided to keep things interesting today. According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are likely before the city transitions to a steady rain pattern after 4 pm. Temperatures will hover around a comfortable 65 degrees, but the chance of precipitation stands firmly at 80%, potentially leading to rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch—thunderstorms might contribute to higher totals.
Those who've left their umbrellas at home may regret their optimism as the evening approaches. "Showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then a slight chance of showers between midnight and 4am, then a chance of rain after 4am," forecasts the National Weather Service. The mercury is expected to drop to a low near 45 degrees, and while the winds from north northwest might not cause your porch decor to take flight, it'll be noticeable at around 10 mph.
Looking to Friday, the essence of spring precipitation continues but with less fervor. There's a mere mention of sprinkles before 9 am and again after noon, with a backdrop of mostly cloudy skies. The high, expected to air on the cooler side, near 55 degrees, will pair with a consistent north-northwest wind of about 10 mph.
The clarity of the weather picture seems to sharpen for the weekend. "Sunny, with a high near 67," announces Saturday's forecast for Minneapolis, revealing an upward trend that should culminate in a scorching 76 degrees by Sunday. Yet, for those concerned about a return to nippy nights, rest assured; lows are expected to only dip into the 40s and low 50s. The sky will remain mostly starry through to the early week, with just a 20 percent chance of showers popping back into the picture by next Tuesday night.
If you're wondering whether to tote your rain gear for the remainder of the week, the National Weather Service's Hazardous Weather Outlook suggests you can lighten your load. "No hazardous weather is expected at this time," they report, offering a brief respite from spring's usual capriciousness. It's clear sailing for outdoor plans, or just errands that don't include sprinting through the rain. However, it never hurts to keep an eye on the sky—or at least your favorite weather app.
