Mild Twin Cities weekend before oppressive heat settles in
If you are in the Twin Cities, savor this weekend while the weather Minneapolis forecasters describe stays mild and manageable. KSTP meteorologist Molly Bernard expects a dry, sunny Saturday near 84°F in the metro, a slightly warmer Sunday with storm chances, and Forecast First Alerts Monday through Thursday as heat index values climb well into the triple digits. The brief reprieve gives residents a window to enjoy outdoor plans before oppressive heat settles across the region.
Key Takeaways
- Saturday stays dry across the metro with plenty of sunshine and a high near 84°F.
- Sunday turns slightly warmer, with shower and thunderstorm chances returning.
- Forecast First Alerts are already in effect Monday through Thursday.
- Heat index values are expected to run well into the triple digits early next week.
- Monday evening storms could develop, and some may become severe.
What does the weather Minneapolis forecast look like this weekend?
According to KSTP, Saturday offers the clearest conditions of the stretch. Temperatures run noticeably warmer than the previous day but stay short of oppressive levels. The metro can expect a high of 84 degrees under plenty of sunshine, and the day should remain completely dry.
Sunday brings a modest warm-up. Highs edge higher than Saturday, and shower and thunderstorm chances return to the picture. Forecasters say the overall pattern is straightforward: enjoy the mild stretch while it lasts.
When will oppressive heat arrive in the Twin Cities?
Forecast First Alerts take effect Monday through Thursday across the region. KSTP warns that heat index values are expected to run well into the triple digits during that stretch, turning routine outdoor activity into a serious concern for anyone without reliable cooling.
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Could severe storms hit Minneapolis early next week?
Heat is not the only hazard on the horizon. KSTP meteorologists say they will be watching Monday evening closely as storms develop. Some of those cells may become severe, adding a second weather threat alongside the building heat.
Sunday storm chances also mean the transition from comfortable to punishing may arrive with rain and thunder before temperatures peak. Anyone with evening plans Monday should have a way to receive warnings quickly.
Who is Molly Bernard at KSTP?
Molly Bernard delivers the weekend outlook for 5 Eyewitness News at KSTP. She joined the Minneapolis-St. Paul station in March 2026 after forecasting roles in Wyoming, Montana, El Paso, New Orleans, Orlando, and here at home in Minneapolis.
Her message this weekend is direct: use the mild days while you have them. Once oppressive heat settles in Monday through Thursday, heat index values well into the triple digits will dominate the forecast.