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Showers and thunderstorms are likely Monday, April 27, with localized heavy rain and gusty winds. Expect wet commutes and a cooler, drier Tuesday.
Steady rain and scattered thunderstorms arrive late Sunday and continue into Monday. Expect gusty winds and about an inch of rain; plan for slower commutes.
Light rain today; heavier showers and thunderstorms are likely Monday with 1–2 inches possible and gusts to 30 mph. Plan ahead for travel and outdoor plans.
Sunny Friday with highs near 63°F. Rain and gusty thunderstorms are likely Monday — postpone burns and expect slower travel.
The American Lung Association's 2026 State of the Air gives the Twin Cities an F for short-term particle pollution and ranks the metro 39th worst; hundreds of thousands of Minnesota kids face higher exposure.
Thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely this afternoon in Minneapolis. Parts of western Minnesota are under Red Flag warnings—do not burn.
Sunny Tuesday gives way to an 80s warmup Wednesday and storms likely Thursday with gusty winds. Check DNR burn rules before any outdoor burning.
Gusty southerly winds and low humidity have prompted a Red Flag Warning Monday. Avoid open burning and check local restrictions.
The Minnesota DNR added 15 northern counties to spring burn restrictions, pausing permits for brush and yard waste as warm, dry weather raises wildfire risk.
Light snow early Sunday gives way to sun and a high near 47°F. Temperatures soar into the 70s–80s midweek with showers and thunderstorms possible Thursday.
Gusty, chilly Saturday keeps highs in the mid‑40s with a small chance of overnight snow. Temperatures jump into the 70s by early next week.
Thunderstorms likely midday Friday with gusts up to 30 mph. Temperatures plunge into the 40s and the weekend turns blustery.
Sunny and near 80°F today in Minneapolis, with a Red Flag Warning for parts of western Minnesota. Avoid open burning and check DNR restrictions before lighting anything.
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