Clouds and a chill started the day around 39°F at Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport, but Mother Nature is throwing Minneapolis a brief curveball warmth today, Sunday, March 8, 2026. Sunshine is expected to break through this afternoon, pushing highs near 63°F with a light southwest breeze around 10 mph that should make outdoor plans feel surprisingly comfortable, even if the mild spell will be short lived.
Afternoon Warm-Up And The Week Ahead
Temperatures are forecast to top out near 63°F today before easing back into the upper 50s by late afternoon as clouds thicken. A series of systems is lined up to move in late Monday night into Tuesday, bringing precipitation that is expected to start as rain and then change to snow Tuesday night into Wednesday (March 10 into March 11, 2026). Light snow totals of about 1–2 inches are possible. According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities, today could be the warmest day of the year so far, and forecasters say the midweek transition from rain to snow is worth watching for potential travel issues.
Commute Notes And Where To Check
Sunday’s mild and mostly dry setup should make for an easy afternoon drive, though motorists are still urged to watch for any lingering slick spots on shaded bridges and untreated pavement after the overnight freezing drizzle. The expected rain-to-snow flip Tuesday night into Wednesday could leave slushy roads and briefly reduced visibility for the Wednesday morning commute, so plan for slower traffic and the possibility of minor detours. Riders can sign up for alerts and review snow-related service updates through Metro Transit before heading out.
Local Update
This story updates an earlier forecast published March 7 that focused on overnight freezing drizzle and a modest weekend warm-up. The latest guidance now points to a stronger warm-up today and a more confident signal for a late-week rain-to-snow turn. See our freezing drizzle slicks up Minneapolis coverage for the prior outlook and morning commute pointers.
Bottom line: soak up the unusually warm Sunday while you can, keep a jacket close, and be ready to pivot back to a wetter, colder pattern by midweek. We will update readers if any watches or warnings are issued as these systems draw closer.
