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MPR News brings you the latest weather outlook, across all of Minnesota, so you can be better prepared for your day.

Warm night ahead sets the stage for sizzling Fourth of July
A mild, muggy Thursday night will lead us into a hot July 4 holiday. Temperatures will climb back into the 90s, with heat advisories in effect for parts of the state. There’s also an increasing risk for severe thunderstorms Thursday night and Friday night.
Dry at last; tranquil Tuesday in store
Breezy winds will diminish into Monday night, bringing a clear and calm evening. Finally, a dry day is in the forecast for Tuesday with temperatures warming up as we head into the holiday week.
Cooler Monday: breezes pick up with scattered showers and storms
After several days of stormy weather, we’re finally entering a much-needed stretch of quieter conditions. While some scattered showers and thunderstorms may still pop up, no severe weather is expected. Looking ahead, a gradual warmup is on the way, setting the stage for our holiday week.
Drop in dew points with cold front; continued chance for severe
An advancing cold front will drop dew points into the 50s, but there’s still a chance for stronger storms to develop in southeastern Minnesota tonight. The start of the holiday week is looking quieter with seasonal temperatures.
Storms clear out; seasonal temps and muggy air remain
Saturday night’s storms brought heavy rain, strong winds, and multiple tornado reports across the region. Sunday brings seasonal temperatures with muggy conditions ahead of a severe weather threat for southeastern Minnesota.