Minneapolis–St. Paul is in for a genuinely beautiful Thursday, with partly sunny skies and a high near 76°F — savor it, because a dangerous heat surge is on the way this weekend.
Today’s Setup
The National Weather Service says patchy low clouds and fog across eastern Minnesota this morning will lift and scatter by late morning, giving way to a comfortable, low-humidity afternoon. Winds are nearly calm at 0 to 5 mph from the north-northeast, and there’s essentially zero chance of rain. Tonight stays mild with partly cloudy skies and a low around 59°F — perfect patio weather.
Best Window To Be Outside
This is a rare mid-summer gift for the Twin Cities. Head to Bde Maka Ska, the Chain of Lakes, or Theodore Wirth Regional Park for a morning run, bike ride, or afternoon round of golf. Golfers, your window is wide open all day. If you’ve been sharpening your game with a golf practice net backyard setup, today’s the day to take it to the course. The Minneapolis weather forecast shows this stretch doesn’t last — make the most of it.
With 10,000 lakes at your doorstep, it’s also a great day to get on the water. The 2-Person Intex Floating Lounge with Cooler is just $24 right now if you need a reason to float.
Heat Risk Ahead — Plan Now
Enjoy today while it lasts. The National Weather Service is flagging a major pattern shift this weekend. Thunderstorm chances arrive Saturday night, and by Sunday a warm front lifts north, unleashing extreme heat. Highs of 95 to 100°F with dew points in the 60s and 70s are forecast for early next week, pushing heat indices to dangerous levels Monday. Start hydrating, check on neighbors, and plan outdoor activities before Sunday.
Twins Games & Weekend Events
The Minnesota Twins host the Colorado Rockies at Target Field on Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28, and Saturday’s forecast near 84°F is about as good as Target Field gets all summer. Gear up with a Minnesota Twins jersey and a Minnesota Twins fitted cap before first pitch. Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub while seats are available.
Saturday also brings Rockin’ The Island 2026 to Treasure Island Amphitheater — a two-day music festival with near-perfect conditions Saturday before heat rolls in Sunday. Check our full weather breakdown at the link.
Looking ahead to June 30, the R&B Tour - Starring Usher Raymond & Chris Brown lands at U.S. Bank Stadium. Grab an Usher Raymond & Chris Brown t-shirt and Find tickets on StubHub for one of the summer’s biggest shows.
Tonight’s Dinner
With temps easing to the upper 60s tonight, the grill belongs outside. Fire up burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob while the weather cooperates. An instant-read meat thermometer keeps everything perfectly cooked, and a grill brush and scraper set has your grates ready in minutes. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
Friday: Partly sunny, high near 81°F — another comfortable day with a light ESE breeze. Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 84°F — peak of this nice stretch and ideal for outdoor events. Sunday and beyond: Extreme heat builds. The National Weather Service warns of highs reaching 95 to 100°F with dangerous heat indices by Monday. Have a plan to stay cool.
