Minneapolis-St. Paul Weather Forecast: Dry Day, Chilly State Fair Morning, and Lunar Eclipse
Meteorologist Ken Barlow forecasts a mostly dry day in Minneapolis-St. Paul with sprinkles possible until noon. The Great Minnesota Get Together (State Fair) is expected to start with a chilly morning and warm up to the lower 80s with sunshine.…

Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 26, 2026 —
Residents of Minneapolis-St. Paul can expect a mostly dry day on Thursday, according to meteorologist Ken Barlow. While there is a possibility of sprinkles until noon, the remainder of the day is anticipated to be largely free of precipitation.
The forecast for the opening day of the Great Minnesota Get Together, also known as the State Fair, indicates a chilly start. Morning temperatures are expected to be cool, but fairgoers can look forward to a warming trend as the day progresses. Sunshine is predicted, with temperatures expected to reach the lower 80s by the afternoon.
Adding to the day’s events, a nearly full lunar eclipse is scheduled to occur on Thursday night. This celestial event will be visible to residents in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.
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