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Hot again Today but Lower Humidity by Tonight.
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Jonathan Yuhas , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This morning's air temperatures were in the low 80s with a dew point of 81 degrees, resulting in heat index values in the mid 90s.
A Minnesota Weather Authority Alert has been issued due to high heat index values in the Twin Cities. This morning's air temperatures were in the low 80s with a dew point of 81 degrees, resulting in heat index values in the mid 90s. Today's highs are expected to be in the mid 90s with hazy sunshine.
The heat index may reach near 100 degrees at times this afternoon, but humidity is expected to be lower than yesterday and this morning. Further details on the upcoming week's weather are available from the Minnesota Weather Authority, including the potential for thunderstorms and increasing humidity by Thursday.
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Category: safety Published: July 27, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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