Minneapolis-St. Paul weather today brings a cool high near 52°F with partly sunny skies and frost concerns returning tonight. If you’re planning outdoor activities around the Twin Cities, you’ll want to bundle up—especially for anything early morning or after sunset. The National Weather Service is tracking another freeze warning for central Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin, with lows dropping to near 30°F tonight, and mid-30s farther south across the metro.
Today’s Setup
Wednesday looks like a repeat of Tuesday: partly sunny skies with west-northwest winds at 5 to 15 mph. Temperatures will struggle to reach the low 50s, so light layers are your friend if you’re heading to Minnehaha Falls, the Chain of Lakes, or catching the Minnesota Frost Playoff Game 3 at Grand Casino Arena tonight. The good news? Only a 6% chance of rain, so no umbrella needed.
Frost & Freeze Concerns Tonight
Here’s the important part: protect your plants and gardens. The National Weather Service expects a freeze warning to verify across central Minnesota, with temperatures bottoming out near 30°F where skies remain clear. If you’ve planted tender annuals or have sensitive shrubs, cover them tonight or hold off planting for a couple more days. Dewpoints are running in the lower to mid-20s, so frost is virtually certain in many areas—especially in rural spots and along the Minnesota River Valley.
Best Window To Be Outside
If you’re planning a round of golf or want to check out one of the metro’s outdoor attractions, aim for late morning through mid-afternoon today. That’s when temperatures will be warmest and winds are lightest. The St. Paul Saints vs. Columbus Clippers game is still a few days out, but today is perfect for a walk around Fort Snelling State Park or along the Mississippi River Gorge in St. Paul.
What To Wear
Don’t be fooled by the calendar—this is still Minnesota in early May. A light jacket or sweater is essential, and if you’re heading out after dark, consider a heated vest or thermal base layer set to stay comfortable. Those heading to any of this weekend’s events—like the Bring Me The Horizon concert on May 13th at Grand Casino Arena or the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. San Antonio Spurs playoff game on May 9th at Target Center—should grab a Minnesota Timberwolves hoodie or Bring Me The Horizon t-shirt to layer up indoors and out.
Next Few Days
Thursday is the real prize: sunny skies with a high near 62°F and nearly calm winds—perfect for outdoor plans. Temperatures warm into the mid-50s to low 60s through Saturday before a slight chance of showers Saturday morning over far eastern Wisconsin. By Sunday, expect a brief cool-down, but warming returns throughout next week.
For tonight, warm up with baked pasta, pot roast, or homemade mac and cheese, and don’t skip the hot chocolate for dessert. You can order groceries on Amazon to grab everything you need—including a pre-seasoned cast iron skillet for that pot roast and an electric gooseneck kettle for hot beverages.
Planning to catch the Timberwolves vs. Spurs on May 9th or the Minnesota Wild playoff game at Grand Casino Arena? Indoor venues mean you’ll be comfortable, but grab Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub early, and don’t forget a Minnesota Timberwolves jersey to show your support.
