Minneapolis weather today is sunny and 55°F with northwest winds around 15 mph—a crisp but beautiful late April day that’s ideal for getting outside after yesterday’s soaking rain.
Today is a great day to catch the Minnesota Twins vs. Seattle Mariners at Target Field this evening. The game-time forecast looks excellent: clear skies, temperatures in the low 50s, and no rain in sight. If you’re heading to the ballpark, grab Official team gear on Fanatics to show your support, and snag tickets on SeatGeek for any last-minute availability.
The National Weather Service notes that we’re shifting into a cool, dry pattern through early May after that weekend soaking. Here’s what that means for your week: mornings will dip into the upper 30s and low 40s—even touching freezing some nights—so if you’ve got spring plantings or tender garden beds, keep an eye on overnight lows. It’s still a bit early to assume frost danger has passed. Consider holding off on planting until we’re safely past the first week of May.
Tonight will stay partly cloudy with lows around 38°F. Tomorrow (Wednesday) stays mostly sunny with highs near 56°F, though a slight chance of showers arrives after 5 PM CT—only a 20% chance, so don’t cancel outdoor plans. By Thursday, we’re back to mostly sunny skies and highs around 54°F.
Thursday night, keep an eye on the Timberwolves Rd 1 Hm Gm 3 vs. the Nuggets at Target Center—it’ll be a pleasant evening for heading downtown, with temperatures in the upper 30s. Bundle up lightly and grab Find tickets on StubHub if you’re still hunting for seats.
With pollen counts ramping up in late April and our green-up running about two weeks ahead of schedule, allergy sufferers should consider an allergy relief nasal spray to stay comfortable during outdoor activities. A pollen count face mask is also smart if you’re sensitive, especially while doing yard work.
If you’re planning to grill this week, today and Wednesday are your best bets before cooler nights arrive. A portable propane grill is perfect for quick weeknight dinners—think grilled chicken with spring vegetables or burgers. Tonight, a simple pasta with fresh greens and grilled protein pairs nicely with this crisp weather. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Looking ahead: the rest of this week stays dry and cool, with highs in the low-to-mid 50s. The pattern finally moderates slightly into next week, but don’t expect 70°F any time soon—the National Weather Service says MSP likely won’t see a 70-degree high through the first 10 days of May. Enjoy today’s sunshine!
