MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Minnesota is in the middle of a dangerous stretch of hot weather, with the National Weather Service extending an Extreme Heat Warning into Thursday evening. Afternoon highs are running in the mid-90s, and overnight lows are only falling into the mid to upper 70s.
The heat index is expected to reach triple digits for much of the week, making time outdoors more risky. The warning covers the entire state, with the effects hitting especially hard in the Twin Cities and northern Minnesota.
How Hot It Got
The Twin Cities reached 93 degrees Monday, which was 9 degrees above average for this time of year. In greater Minnesota, Ely climbed to 98 degrees.
Across the region, Bismarck, North Dakota, hit 105 degrees, underscoring how widespread the heat has become. FOX 9 said Minnesota is dealing with temperatures that are well above normal.
Why The Heat Matters
Health risks rise when high temperatures last for several days, especially for children, older adults and people who do not have air conditioning. Warm nights also make it harder for the body to recover from daytime heat.
The National Weather Service said the combination of heat and humidity could make outdoor activities hazardous. Officials are warning people to take the conditions seriously and limit unnecessary exposure.
What To Watch Next
The Twin Cities could see five or more straight days with temperatures in the 90s for the first time since 2023. That would mark one of the longer hot stretches the metro has seen in recent summers.
Forecasters will keep tracking whether the warning needs to be extended again, but for now the extreme heat is expected to last through Thursday evening.
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