Minneapolis is catching a mid-February break on Friday, February 13, 2026, as sunshine and a quick thaw send temperatures into the 40s with a high near 47 expected this afternoon. Light winds and mostly dry skies should offer some pleasant outdoor windows through the weekend before a cooler, wetter pattern edges in by midweek.
Afternoon Thaw
Skies stay mostly sunny with a high near 47°F and a gentle west-southwest breeze around 0–5 mph this afternoon. Temperatures top out in the mid 40s through the late afternoon, then slide back into the low 30s overnight, setting up mild afternoons and chilly starts. According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities, dry conditions hold on through Sunday.
Weekend Outlook
Saturday is poised to be the warmest of the stretch, with highs near 49°F and several reporting stations close to long-standing February records. Our earlier look at the records in play breaks down where the biggest warm-up will show up. Overnight lows near or just below freezing could still allow wet spots to refreeze on untreated sidewalks and side streets.
Midweek System To Watch
Rain could arrive as early as Tuesday afternoon, with rain becoming more likely Tuesday night into Wednesday. A shift to a rain-and-snow mix is possible later Wednesday, depending on the storm track and temperatures. The National Weather Service forecast discussion notes that the models do not quite agree yet on the midweek system and recommends checking updates through the weekend. If the colder scenarios play out, limited snow accumulations would be possible late Wednesday into Thursday.
What To Do Now
Take advantage of the sunny, mild afternoons while keeping layers handy for the cooler mornings and the usual burst of pothole season as the snowpack melts. Look ahead at the forecast before locking in outdoor plans next week, and keep an eye on updates if you have travel scheduled from Tuesday to Thursday.
