On Thursday, July 24, storms are expected to return to Minnesota, and by the middle of the afternoon, it is conceivable that heavy downpours will be falling across the Minneapolis metropolitan area.
Especially along Interstate 35 and throughout Hennepin and Ramsey counties, residents should get ready for the possibility of power outages, limited flooding, and roads that are slick.
The National Weather Service in Chanhassen reports that there is a modest possibility of storms continuing through Thursday morning, with the likelihood of storms rising after two o’clock in the afternoon.
It is anticipated that thunderstorms will move from west to east and may bring with them strong rainfall that is just momentary.
Any thunderstorm has the potential to rapidly intensify into a severe storm with damaging wind gusts, even if severe storms are not entirely assured.
As the night progresses, the skies will start to clear, and on Friday, the air will be cooler and more tranquil. Expect sky that are generally clear and temperatures that are in the middle of the 80s as the sun begins to take grip.
The heat is coming back this weekend. It is going to be bright and hot on Saturday, with highs close to 91 degrees Fahrenheit and winds increasing from the southwest.
By Sunday, you can anticipate an increase in temperature as well as a twenty percent probability of isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon.
There is a possibility of another round of scattered storms occurring on Monday afternoon and continuing into Monday night, which may cause disruptions to commutes and plans for outdoor activities.
To ensure your safety, keep an eye on the weather on Thursday afternoon.
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In the event that storms develop, take precautions to avoid flooded roadways, protect objects that are outside, and postpone travel that is not required.
Over the next five days, Minneapolis, Minnesota
| Day | Date | Forecast | High Temp |
| Thursday | July 24 | Showers/storms likely after 2 p.m. | 84°F |
| Friday | July 25 | Mostly sunny | 86°F |
| Saturday | July 26 | Sunny and hot | 91°F |
| Sunday | July 27 | Sunny early; slight chance of PM storms | 89°F |
| Monday | July 28 | Partly cloudy; 30% chance of PM storms | 90°F |
| Tuesday | July 29 | Cooler and mostly sunny | 84°F |
