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We’ve been dry lately, but rain and thunder could arrive Sunday evening. Thunderstorm chances begin in western Minnesota Sunday afternoon. Details on that, plus a look at gusty Sunday winds and the temperature outlook for this coming week. Also, leaf-peepers will be interested in the latest fall color report.
We’ll have fairly typical October temps this Saturday, then milder air rides in on strong winds for Sunday. Some areas may see some Sunday p.m. showers and thunderstorms. We have details on all that, plus a look at fall colors.
I think you’ll like our Saturday weather, which will be fairly normal for this time of year. Details on that, plus the latest fall color report.
Weekend forecast: Temps dip, then rebound; Sunday p.m. shower/thunder chance
We have a nice mix of temps in our weekend forecast, and some areas may see some much needed rain Sunday afternoon and evening. We have details on that, plus an updated fall color report.
After what will likely be record warmth Friday, temperatures cool slightly over the weekend. By Sunday, a strong storm brings not only needed rain, but a risk for severe weather.
Friday is starting off very mild, and by afternoon, some parts of Minnesota could see record high temperatures in the 80s.
Unseasonably warm air invades Minnesota again Friday.