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A notable cool-down is on the way as Canadian high pressure moves in. High temperatures are expected to stay below average, reaching the mid-50s, while overnight lows drop to freezing levels. 

The coldest temperatures since April 20th are rushing in from Canada. After a few cold mornings in the upper 20s to low 30s, the state of Minnesota will see an end to it’s growing season. The Twin Cities, benefiting from the urban heat island effect, will stay around freezing, possibly slightly above.

Temperatures at the start of the work week are expected to be below average, reaching the mid-50s. The average high for the Twin Cities is typically around 60 degrees.

Monday and Tuesday mornings will bring our coldest temperatures, with clear skies and light winds. Expect lows to drop into the upper 20s to lower 30s statewide.

Clouds will decrease on Monday, allowing for crisp sunshine to emerge. Some isolated showers are possible for northeast Minnesota Monday as a low-pressure system slowly moves east. Some snow may mix in early Monday morning for the Iron Range.

Freeze warnings are now in effect for west and central Minnesota.

A shift in our weather pattern to southerly winds will boost temperatures into the 70s by Thursday and Friday. Additionally, something we haven't seen much of lately is on the horizon: rain! Forecast models indicate a strong likelihood of significant rainfall by the end of the week and into the weekend. 

Our 8-14 day forecast trends are showing above-average temperatures, with above-average precipitation. Hopefully, this will help alleviate the drought situation across the state.

Mandy Thalhuber

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A notable cool-down is on the way as Canadian high pressure moves in. High temperatures are expected to stay below average, reaching the mid-50s, while overnight lows drop to freezing levels. 


NOAA via Pivotal Weather

NOAA via College of DuPage Weather

NOAA

Cloud cover Monday morning through Tuesday morning

Forecast simulated radar Monday 7 a.m. to midnight

Freezing temperatures on the way; warming up mid-week

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