As severe storms and unbearable heat move throughout the central region of the state, Minnesotans should prepare for a turbulent Tuesday.
The Chanhassen National Weather Service reports that after a hot afternoon with heat index readings as high as 96°F, thunderstorms are predicted to break out throughout the area after 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29th. Severe weather, including damaging gusts, huge hail, and localized floods, is still a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5), particularly along the I-94 corridor in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and into western Wisconsin.
Residents are advised to have several ways to get alerts, secure outdoor objects, and refrain from needless travel during storm hours. Certain storms have the potential to rapidly increase, with heavy rains likely to impair visibility on important thoroughfares. Wind gusts might sometimes result in power outages.
Storms will subside by Tuesday evening, bringing a more tranquil midweek period.
Five-Day Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Forecast: July 29 – August 3
- Tuesday, July 29: High 82°F. Storms after 1 p.m., some severe. Evening clearing. Low 63°F.
- Wednesday, July 30: Mostly sunny, high 77°F. Calm winds and dry. Low near 59°F.
- Thursday, July 31: Bright and sunny. High near 77°F. Cooler evening at 58°F.
- Friday, August 1: High near 78°F, sunny skies continue. Calm breeze, low near 60°F.
- Saturday, August 2: Partly cloudy, high 77°F. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Low near 61°F.
- Sunday, August 3: Mostly sunny, high near 76°F. A picture-perfect end to the weekend.
