Overview
- An extreme heat warning covers parts of central and southern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, for the peak of the multi-day heat event.
- Morning showers and thunderstorms will give way to a warm, breezy day before the heat intensifies across the region.
- Forecast highs are expected in the upper 90s with heat-index values that could approach 110°F, and overnight lows stuck in the 70s will limit nighttime relief.
- Daily evening and overnight storm chances will persist through much of the week, creating a simultaneous threat of localized flash flooding and damaging winds where storms occur.
- Health officials should prepare for increased heat-related illness among vulnerable groups and the public should plan cooling, hydration, and limited outdoor exertion during the hottest hours.