Minneapolis is rolling into Saturday, June 27, 2026, on a mild note: partly cloudy skies and temperatures near 63°F to start the day, with mostly sunny weather on tap and an afternoon high around 83°F. Southeast winds will pick up later to about 5–15 mph, occasionally gusting near 20–25 mph, so it may feel breezier than the thermometer alone suggests.
Early Sunday Showers Tease The Metro
Before sunrise on Sunday, June 28, 2026, a band of showers and a few thunderstorms could brush parts of the region, with the best shot west of the metro. Forecast models are still waffling on how far east the rain will push, which means the morning drive could feature anything from dry pavement to a brief downpour and some slick spots in a few neighborhoods.
Heat Turns Serious To Start The Week
After that, the heat kicks into high gear. Temperatures jump Sunday and into next week, with Monday, June 29, 2026, shaping up as the scorcher of the stretch: highs near 96°F and south winds of 10–20 mph, gusting up to about 30–35 mph. Humidity will surge, with dew points hovering around 70°F and heat-index values that could push past 100°F. According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities, this will mark the start of a long stretch of hot, muggy weather that is expected to begin Sunday and stick around through the week. Overnight lows in the upper 60s to low 70s will offer only limited relief after dark.
Plan Now For The Heat
If your schedule is packed with outdoor plans, this is the time to adjust. Aim for early morning or evening for anything strenuous, keep water handy, and know where you can duck into air conditioning when the sun is at its fiercest. The City of Minneapolis has laid out a summer safety plan and provides information on heat response and cooling resources; find details from the City of Minneapolis. Check in on older adults, young children, and pets, and think about moving events indoors during peak afternoon heat on Monday and Tuesday.
Weekend At A Glance
For the rest of Saturday, expect mostly sunny skies, a high near 83°F, and those breezy southeast winds hanging on. A few spots might pick up a quick shower early Sunday, but the headline is the fast warm-up that follows. We will keep an eye on any heat advisories or watches that could be issued ahead of Monday’s peak heat and update readers accordingly.
