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Strong storms for some through tonight – Chris
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Chris Reece , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 18, 2026
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Key points Further details on the weather forecast , including the potential for more showers and storms later in the week, are available from KSTP 5 Eyewitness News. Tonight, additional thunderstorms are possible under mostly cloudy and muggy skies, with lows in the mid-60s.
Scattered severe storms have been reported across parts of Minnesota, with hail as large as tennis balls in some areas. Tonight, additional thunderstorms are possible under mostly cloudy and muggy skies, with lows in the mid-60s.
Temperatures are expected to remain mild in the coming days, with highs near 80 degrees. Tuesday may see another chance of showers and storms, although the risk appears lower.
Further details on the weather forecast , including the potential for more showers and storms later in the week, are available from KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.
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Published: August 18, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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