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Gusty northwest winds hit Minneapolis Monday, May 4 with highs near 64°F. Cooler midweek brings frost risk overnight Tuesday; protect tender plants.
Clear, sunny Sunday with highs near 70°F. Gusty northwest winds and low humidity create an elevated fire-weather concern west of the metro.
Near‑freezing Saturday morning with a Freeze Warning; sun returns and highs rebound to the mid‑60s. Quick tips to protect tender plants and pipes.
Pockets of frost before sunrise, then mostly sunny with highs near 55°F. Gardeners should cover tender plants tonight.
A Frost Advisory is in effect in Minneapolis through 8 AM CDT Thursday; cover tender plants. Sunny afternoons with highs near 54°F.
MDA confirmed emerald ash borer in trees near Burtrum and imposed a Todd County quarantine. A May 14 virtual meeting will explain next steps for residents and tree-care pros.
Mostly clear and about 39°F this morning; frost likely before dawn and again late this week.
Clear, cool Tuesday in Minneapolis with highs near 55°F. Morning lows dip toward freezing later this week — cover tender plants.
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.
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