Minnesota River
Coverage of Minnesota River in the Nexus archive.
- Typical August Weather with T-Storms possible in the overnight hours this week.
The week brings typical August weather with chances of T-Storms possible overnight and into early Tuesday morning, especially south of the Twin Cities. High temperatures are expected in the mid to upper 80s through Thursday. The latter part of the week features varying conditions including breezy periods and chances for scattered T-Storms through Saturday.
- AM Spotty Thunder Showers then Patchy Smoke through the day.
Spotty thunder showers are expected in the Twin Cities until 8 a.m., with most areas drying by 7 a.m. Patchy wildfire smoke may impact air quality today and Wednesday, accompanied by cooler temperatures in the mid-70s. Scattered thunderstorms are possible late Friday night through Sunday, with increasing humidity over the weekend.
- Soaking rain arrives tonight – Chris
Heavy rain arrives tonight and continues through Friday, particularly south of I-94 and along the Minnesota River. The weekend is expected to be drier and warmer, with mostly sunny skies and comfortable temperatures. A new weather system may bring showers next week.
- Storms expected across Minnesota Thursday night into Friday
Scattered thunderstorms with heavy downpours are expected across Minnesota from Thursday night into Friday, with varying rainfall totals. Southern Minnesota areas may face flooding concerns, and the Twin Cities will experience storms after 10 p.m., disrupting Friday morning commutes.
- Dry Today then T-Storms late Tonight into Friday morning.
The Twin Cities will transition from dry, hazy, and muggy conditions on Thursday to scattered thunderstorms and heavy downpours after 10 p.m., leading to a wet Friday morning commute. Flooding is possible in areas from Montevideo to Mankato and Albert Lea/Austin due to rainfall ranging from 2" to 4", with potential +4" totals southwest of the Twin Cities.
- The Treaty of Traverse des Sioux
The Treaty of Traverse des Sioux, signed in 1851 along the Minnesota River, was discussed by Indigenous Studies professor Darlene St. Clair, who highlighted its pairing with the Treaty of Mendota to transfer 24 million acres to settlers. The article references specific Dakota sites and historical locations such as the Lower Sioux Agency Historic Site.
- Flood relief on the way for Henderson as MnDOT wraps up highway project
A $30 million MnDOT project to elevate Highway 93 in Henderson, Minnesota, is nearing completion, aiming to reduce chronic flooding that has caused frequent road closures and traffic disruptions. The project, raising the road one foot above historic high-water levels, is expected to improve emergency response times and restore normal access for residents and businesses.
- Some afternoon Sun and Muggy then T-Storms around 7pm but only in areas of the Metro south of Minnesota River.
Thunderstorms with severe risks (damaging winds, hail, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes) will develop south of the Minnesota River around 6 p.m., affecting areas like Scott, Dakota, and Pierce County. Muggy conditions with highs in the mid-80s persist in the Twin Cities, while thunderstorms subside north of the river. Additional severe storms are expected Thursday evening and Friday morning, followed by a return of heat and humidity next week.