Residents in Minneapolis can expect a sunny stretch with calm winds this afternoon as temperatures rise to a high near 77 degrees. According to the National Weather Service, the calm will shift west around 5 mph. Tonight, a partly cloudy sky is anticipated, with lows dropping close to 57 degrees, while winds are expected to calm down in the evening.
The sunshine returns today as wildfire smoke clears out. Highs in the 70s. Thursday will be much of the same weather as today’s although cloudiness increases throughout the day. Showers and storms likely on Friday. #mnwx #wiwx pic.twitter.com/DciBqb82lT
— NWS Twin Cities (@NWSTwinCities) June 4, 2025
The weather is expected to become more unsettled starting Thursday night, with a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 a.m. Thursday will remain mostly sunny with a high near 78 degrees, but the chance of showers and storms increases over the weekend and into next week. The forecast for Friday shows a 60 percent chance of rain, while Saturday and Sunday also have chances of precipitation with some sunny intervals.
In the meantime, a Hazardous Weather Outlook has been declared due to areas of dense fog causing visibility issues, mainly along and east of the I-35 corridor this morning. Moreover, the presence of smoke from Canadian wildfires has led to an Air Quality Alert, which remains in effect until 9 AM this morning. The NWS Air Quality Alert urges residents, especially sensitive groups, to avoid prolonged or heavy exertion and to stay indoors when possible.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has highlighted that "Some members of the general public may experience health effects" and advises specific actions to be taken to mitigate the impact of the degraded air quality. To ensure safety, residents are encouraged to "Reduce or eliminate activities that contribute to air pollution," as mentioned in the advisory. Such measures include refraining from outdoor burning, reducing vehicle idling, and minimizing window openings to prevent smoke from infiltrating indoors.
Weather conditions are expected to fluctuate in the coming days, and residents should stay informed and prepared for the possibility of a weather pattern that could bring varying levels of precipitation and potential thunderstorms. For current air quality conditions and future forecasts, public service entities recommend signing up for updates via email, text, or mobile application channels.
