Updraft® - Minnesota Weather News

Updraft® is your source for Minnesota forecasts and insights from our expert meteorologists Ben Cathey, Sven Sundgaard and Mandy Thalhuber.

MPR News brings you the latest weather outlook, across all of Minnesota, so you can be better prepared for your day.

October 9, 2020 11:55 AM

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.

by Ron Trenda

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October 9, 2020 8:39 AM

From heat to strong storms over the weekend

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.

by Nicole Mitchell

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October 9, 2020 7:00 AM

Record-setting warm weather for Friday

Friday is starting off very mild, and by afternoon, some parts of Minnesota could see record high temperatures in the 80s.

by Nicole Mitchell

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October 8, 2020 5:28 PM

Final 80-degree day of 2020 Friday?

Unseasonably warm air invades Minnesota again Friday.

by Paul Huttner

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October 8, 2020 2:33 PM

Drought expanding across Minnesota, including eastern Twin Cities

Dryness continues for Minnesota. Any rain chances in sight?

by Paul Huttner

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October 8, 2020 11:56 AM

Weekend forecast: Comfortable temps; p.m. rain chance on Sunday

Saturday look like the driest day of the weekend, but Sunday will be the warmest weekend day. We have details on that, plus an update on Minnesota fall colors.

by Ron Trenda