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Minnesota weather: Warm, humid Tuesday with afternoon strong storms
MN weather: Humid Tuesday, afternoon strong storms
More rain is on the way for Tuesday as the eastern part of Minnesota is under a Level 2 Severe Risk for severe weather. The morning and early afternoon stay mild but steamy, with an afternoon high of 86 degrees. Things turn stormy in the early evening, with the possibility of heavy downpours, lightning, and gusty winds. The system will push out later this evening as things clear overnight.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – More rain is on the way with chances for strong storms Tuesday afternoon.
As of Tuesday morning, there is a Level 2 slight risk for severe weather in the eastern half of the state, including the Twin Cities metro area. Portions of western Minnesota are under a Level 1 marginal risk this afternoon and evening.
However, the morning will start bright and sticky with pocket sunshine in the early afternoon. It will feel more like summer, given the humidity and temperatures in the mid-80s.
In the afternoon, cloud coverage increases as a line of strong storms starts to develop in west and central Minnesota and roll eastward. The Twin Cities metro will have chances for thunderstorms between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Tuesday. The storms may bring heavy downpours, thunder, lightning, and gusty winds.
The storms are quick-moving and should push out by late this evening. Things clear out overnight as temperatures dip back into the 50s.
Things are quieter overall on Wednesday, but scattered showers and rumbles are possible in the afternoon, mainly north of the Interstate 94 corridor. The temperature will be cooler, with a high of 78 degrees and a breeze out of the west at 10 to 20+ mph.
The remainder of the week looks cooler with temperatures back in the 70s.
Here’s a look at your seven-day forecast:
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Miinesota’s common loons are genetic cousins to penguins
See how the bald eagle’s story shows its enduring symbolism
As the U.S. celebrates 250 years, the bald eagle endures as North America’s native sea eagle and national bird.
The common loon, Minnesota’s state bird, is more closely related to a penguin than a duck.
Despite loons predominantly living in the northern hemisphere and penguins mostly living in the southern hemisphere, researchers consider them to be genetic cousins. Taxonomic analyses placed them in an evolutionary cluster tracing back 40 million to 50 million years ago, along with herons and pelicans.
While loons and ducks share habitat on Minnesota lakes, they aren’t close relatives. Ducks are closer cousins to geese and swans.
After sharing a common ancestor, penguins and loons developed distinct characteristics. Loons can fly, but struggle to move on land; penguins can’t fly, but waddle on land. Penguins use flipper-like wings to swim; loons use webbed feet for underwater propulsion.
They have some similar features, however, including dense bones to help dive underwater and their tuxedo coloring.
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Hundreds of Canada wildfires prompt US air quality alerts as smoke spreads south
Fires in the past burned more frequently in western Canada, but recent years have seen that trend migrate eastward, with large fires now burning in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic provinces, Prof Chasmer said, leading to more noticeable smoke in densely populated cities like Toronto and New York.
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Minnesota United Statement on International Friendly | Minnesota United FC
Minnesota United, the Liberia Lone Star National Football Team and SARX today announced that the international friendly against the Liberia National Team, scheduled for July 26, 2026, has been canceled.
While we were looking forward to welcoming the Liberia National Team and celebrating the strong ties between Minnesota’s Liberian community and our club, circumstances outside of our control have made it necessary to cancel the match. We appreciate the understanding of our supporters and wish the Liberia National Team all the best.
Fans who purchased tickets to the match will be refunded within approximately 3-10 business days.
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