Minneapolis residents can expect varied weather conditions this week according to the forecast from the National Weather Service. Today's outlook promises mostly sunny skies with temperatures potentially soaring to 85 degrees, while the evening may bring a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. The relative calm of the wind in the morning is expected to shift to become southerly by afternoon, with speeds around 5 mph.
Following a brief period with a 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms early Tuesday morning, the weather is forecasted to clear up, offering sunny skies and a high of 84 degrees. Preparedness actions are stressed by the National Weather Service as it highlights scattered thunderstorms that might turn severe, with large hail and damaging winds this evening, especially to the west of I-35. The coming days, extending through Sunday, are currently not expected to present any hazardous weather conditions.
Additionally, the National Weather Service has issued various flood warnings across Minnesota—affecting counties such as Brown, Nicollet, and Blue Earth, among others—due to the swollen Minnesota and Crow Rivers. With the rivers' levels rising and causing minor flooding, the situation demands attention from residents in those areas. Specifically, the Crow River at Rockford is witnessing "Minor flooding," the statement reports, cautioning about flooded roads and advising against walking near riverbanks.
For Minneapolis proper, the rest of the week up until the weekend will experience mostly sunny to partly cloudy days with temperatures hovering around the mid-80s. However, from Thursday onwards, the chances of showers and thunderstorms rise, peaking on Friday with a 70 percent chance of precipitation. Residents planning outdoor activities should keep abreast of updates and be prepared for likely interruptions by weather conditions.
