Minneapolis-St. Paul Weather Forecaster Predicts Hot, Humid Start to Labor Day Weekend
Minneapolis-St. Paul weather forecaster Ken Barlow is predicting a hot and humid start to the Labor Day Weekend, with temperatures expected to reach the upper 80s and lower 90s and heat index values between 92-97 degrees. Cooler weather is forecast…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, September 2, 2026 — The upcoming Labor Day Weekend is set to begin with significant heat and humidity across the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, according to local weather forecaster Ken Barlow. Residents can expect temperatures to climb into the upper 80s and lower 90s as the weekend kicks off.
Adding to the warmth, the combination of heat and humidity is projected to create high heat index values, commonly referred to as “feels like” temperatures. These are anticipated to range between 92 and 97 degrees Fahrenheit, indicating conditions that may feel uncomfortably hot for outdoor activities.
The forecast suggests that this pattern of intense heat and humidity will persist through the initial part of the weekend. However, a shift is expected as Labor Day itself approaches. Cooler weather is predicted for Monday, offering a potential break from the peak summer temperatures that have defined the start of the holiday weekend.
Specific details regarding the exact timing of the temperature drop or the atmospheric conditions responsible for the cooler forecast were not provided. For those planning activities over the long weekend, it is advisable to monitor updated forecasts for the most current information regarding temperature and humidity levels.
Story summarized from the original created by Ken Barlow on kstp.com, see more information here.
