Sunshine Holds Through Wednesday, Rain Chances Return Thursday

Minnesota gets a quiet start to the three-day period, with sunshine or a mix of sun and clouds across much of the state Tuesday and Wednesday. By Thursday, clouds increase and showers or thunderstorms become possible across all three regions.

Northern Minnesota

Northern Minnesota will see plenty of sunshine Tuesday, with Duluth reaching around 58 degrees and an overnight low near 40.

Wednesday stays sunny with a high around 60. Thursday turns cloudier, with a couple of showers possible and highs near 60 degrees.

Central Minnesota

Central Minnesota will be mostly sunny Tuesday, with St. Cloud reaching around 62 degrees and a low near 44.

Wednesday brings a mix of sun and clouds with highs around 64. Thursday turns cloudy with a stray thunderstorm possible and highs near 63 degrees.

Southern Minnesota

Southern Minnesota will see a mix of clouds and sunshine Tuesday, with Rochester reaching around 58 degrees and a low near 45.

Wednesday stays mild with a mix of sun and clouds and highs around 64. Thursday becomes more unsettled, with cloudy skies and a thunderstorm possible in spots. Highs should reach around 63 degrees.

Overall, Tuesday and Wednesday look like the best weather days statewide, with mostly dry conditions and plenty of sunshine. Thursday brings the next change, with increasing clouds and a renewed chance for showers and thunderstorms.

IMRN Chief Meteorologist Paul Trombley