Minneapolis residents can expect a mixed bag of weather over the next week, with conditions ranging from sunny days to possible rain showers, according to the latest forecasts. Today in Minneapolis, the skies will remain mostly cloudy, with temperatures peaking at a modest 48 degrees. Winds from the west-northwest will blow at a gentle 5 to 10 mph, providing a chilly ambiance to the city's atmosphere.
Tonight, the clouds are predicted to disperse, paving the way for clearer skies and a cooler low around 29 degrees. The calmness will persist into Friday, with sunshine dominating and a high hovering near 46 degrees. It is notable that, in these conditions, calm winds are set to become north-northwest around 5 mph in the morning, which could provide a crisp start to the day for those venturing outside.
The weekend forecast suggests an enjoyable stretch for outdoor activities. Saturday is expected to bring mostly sunny skies, with the temperature rising to a pleasant 51 degrees. The south wind will gently shift to the west southwest in the afternoon at a speed of 5 to 10 mph. Come Saturday night, the lack of cloud cover partially gives way, and the mercury dips to 34 degrees, the west wind continuing its soft whisper at around 5 mph.
Continuing the trend, Sunday offers full sunshine with the temperature once again reaching the threshold of 50 degrees. The light west-northwest wind will maintain the tranquil conditions experienced throughout the weekend. However, as the sun sets and nighttime descends, temperatures will fall to around 31 degrees, and the west wind that has become a constant companion will give way to a south-southeast direction after midnight. Residents wanting to start their week on a sunny note will be pleased as Monday stays mostly sunny with highs lingering near the familiar mark of 51 degrees.
Early into the next week, those in Minneapolis may need to keep their umbrellas handy with a 30 percent chance of rain by Monday night. The likelihood of precipitation increases to 40 percent on Tuesday, as reported by the National Weather Service. The expected high for Tuesday is 47 degrees with south winds shifting west in the afternoon. The week's chilliest day, Wednesday, will usher in a brisk high of 33 degrees amid partly sunny skies and notably stronger winds gusting up to 25 mph.
