Minneapolis residents should brace for a week filled with stormy weather, according to forecasts and warnings from the National Weather Service (NWS). Starting today, the city anticipates a 50% chance of rainfall, including thunderstorms in the afternoon that may produce heavy rainfall, as reported by the NWS. The high near 85 degrees with south winds blowing at 5 to 10 mph shouldn't be deceiving, as the chances of precipitation will increase to 70% going into the night.
The tumultuous weather is expected to carry over into the week, with the NWS issuing a hazardous weather outlook warning of possible severe storms. "A round of showers and thunderstorms is expected this morning. A second round of showers and thunderstorms is also possible this afternoon. Strong to severe storms are possible, especially if the second round occurs," the NWS states, highlighting the risk of large hail, damaging winds, one or two tornadoes, and localized areas of heavy rainfall. While tonight's anticipated new rainfall amounts swing between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, higher amounts are possible in thunderstorms.
Looking ahead, Tuesday will see a reduced but still significant 30% chance of showers, with partly sunny conditions and a high near 80 degrees. Calm northwest winds around 5 mph are expected. The pattern of sporadic showers is set to persist, with additional chances for strong to severe storms and heavy rainfall into Wednesday, as projected by the NWS.
Juneteenth celebrations may also be dampened by weather disruptions, with a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 pm under sunny skies, adding a degree of uncertainty for any outdoor activities. Though the weather outlook suggests an easing of storm conditions toward the weekend, a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms could return by Thursday night, warning of an unsettled atmosphere lingering over Minneapolis.
