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Patchy Fog and Isolated AM T-Storms then Partly Cloudy this afternoon. Heat and Humidity with Strong T-Storms ahead.
By Jonathan Yuhas at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
Patchy Dense Fog will be in and around the Twin Cities until 7 a.m. especially near Lakes and in River Valleys with visibility less than 500 feet in spots. Isolated T-Storms are also possible until 10 a.m. mainly in the northern suburbs from Lake Minnetonka east to Hudson, Wisconsin and points n...
Key takeaway especially near Lakes and in River Valleys with visibility less than 500 feet in spots.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
Minneapolis residents can expect a brief reprieve from the heat today, with partly cloudy skies and breezy conditions in the afternoon, but the comfort will be short-lived. As the city looks ahead to the upcoming 4th of July celebrations, the forecast suggests a muggy but not excessively hot day, with highs in the mid to upper 80s. However, the real concern is the significant heat and humidity wave expected to hit the Twin Cities from Sunday, June 28, through Friday, July 3, with heat index values reaching up to 105 degrees. This will not only impact outdoor events but also pose a risk to vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and young children. Residents should prepare for the extreme weather by staying informed about updated weather conditions and taking necessary precautions to stay cool and safe.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Patchy Dense Fog will be in and around the Twin Cities until 7 a.m. especially near Lakes and in River Valleys with visibility less than 500 feet in spots. Isolated T-Storms are also possible until 10 a.m. mainly in the northern suburbs from Lake Minnetonka east to Hudson, Wisconsin and points n...
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