Warmer Weather and Northern Storm Chances Ahead for Minnesota

Northern Minnesota: Monday will be partly cloudy with highs generally in the upper 70s to lower 80s. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to become more widespread Tuesday, especially near the Canadian border. Highs will remain near 80. Wednesday will turn cooler and partly sunny, with a lingering chance of showers and highs mainly in the 70s.

Central Minnesota: Monday will feature a mix of clouds and sunshine with highs around 80. Temperatures will climb into the middle and upper 80s Tuesday. A few showers or thunderstorms will be possible, but much of the region should remain dry. Wednesday will be partly to mostly sunny with highs in the lower to middle 80s.

Southern Minnesota: Partly sunny skies and highs near 80 are expected Monday. Tuesday will be warmer, with afternoon temperatures reaching the middle to upper 80s. A limited chance of a shower or thunderstorm is possible before drier and slightly cooler weather returns Wednesday.

The forecast can change as weather systems develop. Residents should check updated local conditions before making outdoor plans.