Twin Cities metro

Showers and storms are expected overnight in northwest Minnesota with a slight risk of severe weather, while the Twin Cities metro will see mainly nuisance storms. Tuesday through Friday bring mostly sunny and pleasant weather with highs in the 70s to mid-80s, followed by a slight chance of weekend showers.

A Minnesota Weather Authority Alert is in effect from Sunday through Tuesday as extreme heat, with heat index values in the high 90s to triple digits, impacts the state. Health risks include heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and dehydration, particularly for vulnerable groups like the elderly, pregnant individuals, and those with chronic conditions. Cooling centers are available in multiple counties.

Severe storms with strong wind gusts up to 80mph, large hail up to 2.5 inches, and a low risk of isolated tornadoes are expected to impact Southern Minnesota tonight, with additional storm risks and flooding threats through Thursday and Friday. The main threat area is along I-90 south of the Twin Cities metro, with subsequent rounds of storms potentially causing urban and flash flooding.

Minnesota’s Weather Authority has issued a Forecast First Alert for strong storms on Wednesday, with a Level 3 Enhanced Risk for the Twin Cities metro and southern Minnesota. Storms are expected in two rounds, with threats including large hail, damaging winds, tornadoes, and heavy rain. Heat and potential storms return on Thursday.