Patchy Fog This Morning, Then a Nice Spring Day Ahead

Good morning! If you’re heading out early, watch for patchy fog that should clear out by late morning. Our forecasters say dense fog formed overnight across western Minnesota and Wisconsin, but it’ll gradually burn off as we move toward lunch time. Once that clears, expect mostly cloudy skies with a high near 69°F—not quite sunshine, but definitely workable for a Tuesday in mid-April.

Winds will be light (0 to 10 mph from the northwest), and rain chances are minimal at just 12%, so this is a solid day to get outside. If you’ve been itching to get the lawn mower out, today’s conditions are decent—just wait until that fog lifts so you can see what you’re doing. A cordless lawn mower makes quick work of spring cleanup without the fuss of gas and oil.

Twins Baseball Weather

Heading to Target Field tonight for the Twins-Red Sox game? You’re in luck! Fog clears by game time, and it’ll be partly cloudy with temperatures dropping to the mid-40s by evening. Bring a light jacket, and you’ll be comfortable in the stands. The light winds mean no wind chill concerns—perfect tailgating weather if you’re planning to fire up the grill beforehand.

Looking Ahead: A Warm Stretch Coming

Here’s where things get interesting. Our forecasters are tracking an unseasonably warm pattern through Friday. Wednesday brings another chance of showers (30% chance) and fog early, but highs still reach the mid-60s. Then comes Thursday—the standout day of the forecast. Skies clear out, southerly winds kick in, and temperatures climb to the mid-70s. This is your prime window for fishing, golf, or any outdoor plans you’ve been postponing.

If you’re a angler, Thursday looks exceptional. Grab some polarized fishing sunglasses and a portable fish finder to make the most of it—our 10,000 lakes aren’t going anywhere, and conditions will be ideal. For golfers, the greens should be in great shape by Thursday afternoon.

Wednesday night into Friday will bring another round of showers (40% chance Wednesday night), but nothing severe is expected in the Twin Cities area. Rainfall amounts look light—less than a tenth of an inch.

Dinner Suggestion

With today’s mild conditions and tonight’s pleasant evening, fire up the grill for burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob. The light winds mean your grill will stay at a steady temperature, and you’ll want to take advantage of this spring weather while it lasts.

Bottom Line

Today: Fog clears, mostly cloudy, high 69°F. Tonight: Partly cloudy, low 47°F. Wednesday: Chance of showers, high 66°F. Thursday: The nicest day of the week—clear skies, mid-70s, perfect for outdoor fun.

Enjoy the warmth while it’s here!