Minneapolis weather Friday features sunny skies and a high near 63°F—a pleasant spring day after overnight rain showers clear out early this morning.
The overnight rain chances are minimal (just 20% before 4 AM CT), so don’t expect much disruption to your sleep. By sunrise, clouds will break apart as drier air moves in behind Thursday’s system, and you’ll have clear blue skies for the entire day. Winds will be light, 5 to 10 mph from the northwest, making it feel even more pleasant outdoors.
What to Do Today
This is the day to get outside. Whether you’re heading to Target Field for the Minnesota Twins vs. Seattle Mariners on Monday (April 27), or catching the Timberwolves Rd 1 Hm Gm 2 vs. the Nuggets at Target Center on Saturday (April 25), today’s conditions are ideal for any outdoor prep. If you’re tailgating this weekend, a portable propane grill would be perfect for testing out your setup—Friday’s calm winds mean no headaches with propane flow.
For those heading downtown to catch Chelsea Handler: The High and Mighty Tour at the State Theatre on Saturday or the Brandon Lake - King of Hearts Tour at the Grand Casino Arena on Sunday, the walk from the Skyway or parking will be absolutely pleasant. Grab Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub if you haven’t secured your spot yet.
Golfers, this is your window. Grab Adidas Samba Spikeless Golf Shoes (just $42 with coupon) and hit the links—63°F is ideal spring golf weather, and the light winds mean you can trust your aim.
Fire Weather Alert for Western Minnesota
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Public Statement for near-critical fire weather concerns across western Minnesota through this afternoon. With humidity dropping to around 25% and winds still elevated, conditions are dangerously dry. If you live west of the Twin Cities and have any outdoor burning plans, postpone them. Keep a garden hose nearby if you’re doing any yard work, and be extremely cautious with any ignition sources.
Friday Night & Looking Ahead
Friday night will be mostly clear with a low around 45°F and calm winds—perfect sleeping weather if you leave your windows open. Saturday stays pleasant but clouds increase, with a high near 63°F and just a 13% rain chance. The real change arrives late Sunday into Monday, when a cool spring rain system moves in from the Central Plains. Expect widespread rainfall of 1 inch or more—especially beneficial for parched western Minnesota. This moisture will be a game-changer for the region after the dry stretch.
Dinner Suggestion
With rain coming this weekend, Friday’s the night to grill. But if you’d rather stay cozy indoors, prep a hearty slow cooker chili or beef stew for Saturday. A programmable slow cooker means you can set it in the morning and come home to dinner ready. Pair it with fresh ingredients—you can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered to your door. An enameled cast iron Dutch oven is perfect for browning your meat before slow-cooking.
Your Weekend Outlook
Saturday: Mostly cloudy, 63°F, light winds—still a solid day. Saturday night into Sunday: Rain develops late, becoming widespread by Monday morning. Temperatures moderate to the low 50s by Sunday. This system should clear out by Tuesday, leaving us cooler but fresher heading into late April.
