Minnesota weather: Dialing up the warmth as sunshine and 80s continue Thursday
MN weather: Sunshine and 80s continue Thursday
Temperatures are expected to remain about 20 degrees above average on Thursday, with temperatures nearing record highs on Friday. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Aside from a possible stray morning sprinkle, Thursday brings plenty of sunshine and highs in the 80s across Minnesota.
Thursday’s forecast in Minnesota
What to expect:
A stray morning sprinkle is possible before clouds clear out for a fairly sunny and hot afternoon. Expect a light southerly breeze around 5–15 mph.
Highs are in the mid to upper 80s statewide, with the Twin Cities metro topping out near 86 degrees, about 20 degrees above average.
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Extended Minnesota weather forecast
What's next:
The heat continues to build on Friday with the metro trying for a high of 90 degrees, which could tie or break a daily high record.
Saturday remains hot but windy, with gusts up to 35 mph at times. The breezy conditions continue into Sunday as temperatures cool slightly into the low 80s.
This stretch of summer-like weather is wrapping up as more seasonable temperatures arrive early next week.
Here’s a look at the seven-day forecast:
The seven-day forecast. (FOX 9)
The Source: This story uses information from FOX 9 meteorologists.