Minneapolis Braces for Wintry Mix: Rain, Snow, and High Winds in the Forecast

Minneapolis residents are set to experience a mix of rain, snow, and gusty winds over the next several days, starting with rain likely before 10 a.m. today and the possibility of snowfall after 5 a.m. tonight. Tough weather conditions will persist, as reported by the National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN, with temperatures dropping throughout the day to around 46 degrees by the late afternoon and winds possibly gusting as high as 35 mph. This was indicated in the forecast for Minneapolis, which can be found on theirofficial website.

The coming days won’t provide much relief, as Wednesday predicts a 60% chance of snow before 1 p.m., with less than a half-inch possible accumulation. Strong westerly winds, meanwhile, could gust up to 40 mph across western Minnesota this afternoon. The outlook for the rest of the week remains mostly cloudy, with scattered snow showers expected to reduce visibility and potentially disrupt travel on Wednesday. The National Weather Service alerts to the likelihood of minor snow accumulations, pegging the amount at around an inch for most locations, though far western areas could see closer to two inches as per theHazardous Weather Outlook.

The remainder of the week will remain breezy and cold, with temperatures holding steady in the mid-30s to low 40s. Northwest winds will persist, ranging from 5 to 20 mph, and gusting as high as 30 mph on certain days. As we move into the weekend, the forecast suggests only a slight warming, with a high near 36 forecasted for Saturday and 39 on Sunday.

Residents should be prepared for unsettled weather conditions, possibly impacting outdoor plans and travel. No SKYWARN spotter activation is expected through tonight, but those navigating the roadways, especially during Wednesday’s snow showers, should proceed with caution, given the reduced visibility and potential for slick conditions, as warned by weather officials.

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