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DROUGHT UPDATE: D2/Severe Drought Conditions for parts of north-central Minnesota - More details in our latest Drought Information Statement

Isolated Severe Storms This Afternoon and Evening

Isolated Severe Storms Possible Tuesday ⛈️

Flash Flood Risk Tuesday-Wednesday

A Marginal to Slight Risk of severe storms is forecast for late this afternoon into the evening hours, specifically between 3 PM and 12 AM. What to expect: Damaging wind gusts up to 60-70 mph represent the primary threat. Large hail up to 1.5–2 inches is a secondary threat. Rain chances peak this evening, particularly for northern communities like International Falls (up to 65% around 7 PM). Please secure loose outdoor items and keep an eye on the sky if you have outdoor plans. Stay tuned to NWS Duluth for the latest radar updates and warnings.

There is a Marginal Risk of severe storms forecast for Tuesday evening into overnight, primarily between 6 PM and 3 AM. What to expect: Main threats include wind gusts up to 60 mph and large hail of 1–1.5 inches. Rain and storm probabilities will trend upward later in the night. For instance, precipitation chances in Brainerd and Grand Rapids spike to 85%–90% after midnight (1 AM–3 AM Wednesday). Plan ahead if you have outdoor activities Tuesday evening and ensure you have a reliable way to receive weather alerts overnight.

Multiple rounds of showers and storms are expected late Tuesday through Wednesday across parts of the region. Rainfall totals of 1–3 inches are likely, with local amounts of 4–7+ inches possible under the heaviest bands. Because the exact location of the heavy rain band remains highly uncertain—potentially shifting anywhere from the Iron Range down to the northern Twin Cities suburbs—scattered flash flooding is possible wherever the heaviest rain falls. We are monitoring this closely, and a Flood Watch may be issued as confidence in the track increases. Stay weather-aware over the next 48 hours and never drive through flooded roadways! 🌧️🚗