Minneapolis and the surrounding areas of Minnesota and western Wisconsin are expected to experience patchy fog overnight, reducing visibility for early morning drivers on Wednesday. While most of the region will stay dry through midweek, storms are likely to return late Thursday, potentially disrupting commutes and outdoor activities.
According to the National Weather Service in the Twin Cities, scattered showers in western Wisconsin will taper off this evening, allowing skies to clear. Wednesday will bring mostly sunny conditions with highs near 80 degrees, providing ideal weather for outdoor plans. However, the calm weather will be short-lived, as a line of storms is forecasted to develop on Thursday evening and could extend into early Friday.
Forecasters predict that the strongest storms will be most concentrated in southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, where gusty winds and heavy downpours are possible. Drivers in areas like the Twin Cities, Rochester, and Eau Claire should be prepared for slick roads if the storms arrive during the Thursday evening rush. There is also a risk of power outages and minor flooding, particularly in low-lying areas.
By Friday, lingering showers are expected to give way to drier skies, but temperatures will begin to cool. The weekend is set to bring noticeably cooler weather, with highs dropping into the upper 60s by Sunday. For those with outdoor plans, it’s important to be prepared for breezy, fall-like conditions.
Here’s the five-day forecast for Minneapolis:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with highs near 80°F and lows around 60°F.
- Thursday: Sunny early, with storms possible late in the day. High of 82°F and a low of 65°F.
- Friday: Chance of early storms, with a high of 79°F and a low of 60°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny and cooler, with a high of 70°F and a low of 55°F.
