Twin Cities Election Day weather marked by scattered showers, highs in the 60s
Election Day rain outlook
Showers are forecast around the Twin Cities on Tuesday, Election Day, with highs in the 60s. The most persistent rainfall is expected to stay west and north of the metro.
In the Twin Cities area, rain should be more scattered. Tuesday’s possible rainfall totals range from 0.25 to 0.60 inches.
More showers through Thursday
Rain is expected to move through again Tuesday night and Wednesday. Conditions should gradually become less wet as the rain tapers off. A few showers may linger on Thursday. Clouds and rain are forecast to clear during the transition from Thursday into Friday.
Drier weather later on
Friday is expected to bring cooler temperatures, drier conditions and some sunshine. The improvement may be brief, as a fast-moving system could bring light rain on Saturday. Drier weather is forecast to return Sunday, bringing the weekend to a close without the Saturday rain chance.
Key points
- Election Day brings scattered showers to the Twin Cities, with highs in the 60s.
- The steadiest rain is expected west and north of the metro.
- Showers may continue through Thursday before conditions improve Friday.
- Light rain is possible Saturday, followed by drier weather Sunday.