Gusty and warm again for most of Minnesota
Cooler temperatures up north Tuesday; high fire danger south and west
Summery weather is lingering into October this year.
Highs reach the mid- and upper 70s to lower 80s again Tuesday across southern and western Minnesota. Cooler 60s hang tough in northeast Minnesota.
High fire danger
The combination of warm air, highs winds, and low humidity means dry fuels will burn rapidly Tuesday if fires ignite. Red flag warnings are up for southern and western Minnesota and the Dakotas.
Late summerlike pattern
Our mild weather pattern lasts through the upcoming weekend. The jet stream forecast maps for this weekend look more typical of the Minnesota State Fair in late August. The jet lifts north into Canada once again, and warmer air filters into Minnesota.
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The southern half of Minnesota will bask in the 80s again Friday afternoon. Highs in the 70s cover most of northern Minnesota on the 9th of October this year.
Reality check next week?
There are signs today that the jet stream may dive into the Upper Midwest next week bringing much colder air.
Highs by next Tuesday could hover in the 50s and low 60s.
Stay tuned.