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Ken Barlow is forecasting a comfortable change in the weather today
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Ken Barlow , KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Good Tuesday morning! Last night, while most of us slept, the wind picked up and it started to blow a wonderful change our way. Today we will see a whole new weather pattern! The air has cooled down and dried out overnight. Today we can expect partly to mostly sunny skies along with a gusty and f...
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Key takeaway Temperatures this afternoon will barely make it back up to 80 degrees.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The cooler temperatures and drier air forecasted for today will be a welcome relief for Minneapolis residents who have been dealing with the heat and humidity of late summer. As the city's outdoor events and festivals continue into the fall season, comfortable weather conditions will be crucial for attendees. The gusty northwesterly wind expected today may also help to clear out some of the haze and pollution that can accumulate in the city's air during periods of stagnant weather. With the promise of more sunshine and comfortable temperatures on the way for Wednesday, Minneapolis residents can look forward to enjoying the city's parks and outdoor spaces without the oppressive heat. However, the return of 90-degree temperatures by the weekend will likely put the city's heat mitigation strategies back to the test, particularly in areas with limited tree cover and green spaces.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Good Tuesday morning! Last night, while most of us slept, the wind picked up and it started to blow a wonderful change our way. Today we will see a whole new weather pattern! The air has cooled down and dried out overnight. Today we can expect partly to mostly sunny skies along with a gusty and f...
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