Minneapolis-St. Paul Braces for Potential Severe Thunderstorms After Pleasant Start to Week
Minneapolis-St. Paul can expect perfect summer weather today with sunny skies, light winds, and temperatures around 80 degrees. However, the forecast shifts to a mix of clouds and sun on Thursday with a chance of spotty showers and thunderstorms in…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 19, 2026 —
MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL – Residents of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area can look forward to a pleasant start to the week, with forecasts predicting ideal summer conditions for today. Clear skies, gentle breezes, and temperatures hovering around 80 degrees Fahrenheit are expected to dominate the weather landscape.
The favorable weather, however, is anticipated to transition on Thursday. The day is projected to feature a combination of sunshine and clouds, accompanied by a possibility of isolated showers and thunderstorms developing in the afternoon. The primary concern for the region emerges with the arrival of a cold front after 7 p.m. on Thursday.
Meteorologists are issuing a warning for potential strong to severe thunderstorms that could impact the area between 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. Thursday. These storms may bring significant threats, including damaging winds and hail.
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