Mid-level clouds are over central Minnesota early Friday, with high clouds later and a stratocumulus field expected near Minneapolis that afternoon. Temperatures are around 52 degrees, but the chill is temporary: sunshine will push the city to about 74. The real plot twist arrives Saturday, when highs may reach 87 with gusts up to 40 mph.
Friday Stays Sunny Before The Heat Builds
The National Weather Service expects mostly sunny skies Friday, with east-southeast winds between 5 and 15 mph. Rain chances stay near zero, while Friday night remains partly cloudy with a low around 61 and temperatures holding in the 60s overnight.
Saturday Brings Heat And Strong Winds
Saturday looks like the weekend's headline act: sunny and unusually hot, with a high near 87. Gusts around 40 mph are possible, mostly along Buffalo Ridge, so patio furniture, decorations and other loose outdoor items may need a little attention before the afternoon.
The weather service also flags possible fire-weather concerns, particularly in western Minnesota, because of the combination of heat and wind. Minneapolis has no watches or warnings in the current forecast, but the gusty conditions are still worth keeping in mind for grilling, open flames and outdoor work.
Cooler Air And Rain Chances Return Next Week
Sunday stays warm and sunny near 84, followed by a turn toward more typical October temperatures. Monday brings a slight chance of afternoon showers with highs in the upper 50s to mid-60s, then Tuesday looks mostly sunny and cooler near 63.
The best chance for wet weather arrives Wednesday night into Thursday, with rain also possible Wednesday afternoon.
