Soaking rain soaks Minnesota Monday, with more showers through Election Day
Rain spread across Minnesota on Monday, November 2, becoming widespread by midday and continuing into the evening. CBS Minnesota says some areas could get 1 to 2 inches Monday, and KSTP says widespread amounts of 1 to 2 inches are likely across Minnesota and Wisconsin, with localized flooding possible but not expected to be widespread. FOX 9 puts the Twin Cities high near 64 degrees, versus an average of 49. Showers continue Tuesday, Election Day, and cooler air arrives Wednesday with highs in the low 50s.
📌 Follow this story: Minnesota news: the story so far →
The day's 5 biggest stories, verified, free by email
▶ Watch the 90-second briefing (story 1 of 3) 🔔 Get 6 AM & 5 PM alerts
Why it matters
Wet roads can slow commutes across Minnesota on Monday, and showers continue into Election Day on Tuesday. KSTP says pockets of heavier rain could cause localized flooding, though not widespread flooding.
What to watch
Showers are forecast to continue Tuesday, November 3, Election Day, with cooler highs in the low 50s on Wednesday, according to FOX 9.
Sources
- CBS Minnesota: Soaking rain to start the week; colder days ahead
- FOX 9: Soaking rain Monday with mild, humid conditions
- KSTP: Heavy rain expected Monday and Tuesday
Also in this edition
Get the catch-up in your inbox
The same fact-checked briefing, sources included, at 6 AM and 5 PM Central. No spin, no spam — unsubscribe anytime.
We only use your email to send the briefing.