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Cold front to bring concentrated showers and cooler temperatures

Brief cooldown expected before temps rebound

Forecast surface analysis until Sunday morning
Forecast surface analysis until Sunday morning
NOAA via Weather Prediction Center

A cold front is on the move, pushing southeast Saturday night and bringing scattered showers and a few thunderstorms to the region. As it passes through, expect a brief cooldown. While the rain may be hit or miss, the cooler air behind the front will offer a temporary break before warmer conditions return next week.

Forecast surface analysis until Sunday morning
Forecast surface analysis until Sunday morning
NOAA via Weather Prediction Center

A pleasant Saturday night is expected across much of the state before a more robust cold front begins pushing southeast, reaching the metro area after midnight. Behind the front, temperatures will dip into the 50s and 60s overnight.

Lows for Saturday night
Lows for Saturday night
National Weather Service

Lingering showers will continue on Sunday, accompanied by slightly cooler temperatures in the 60s and 70s. Northern Minnesota can expect increased cloud cover throughout the day, along with a higher chance for more widespread and steady rainfall.

Highs for Sunday
Highs for Sunday
National Weather Service

A slightly cooler temperature trend continues into Monday, with breezy northwest winds and highs only reaching the 60s.

Highs for Monday
Highs for Monday
National Weather Service

Starting Wednesday, our weather pattern will shift toward a more summery feel, bringing above-average temperatures in the 80s along with multiple chances for heavy rain and some stronger storms.