It's going to be the hottest day of the year in the Twin Cities.
Be weather aware today! Quite possibly the hottest day of the year for many, with an Enhanced risk of severe storms this afternoon and evening. #mnwx #wiwx pic.twitter.com/pppi9uY4Rb
— NWS Twin Cities (@NWSTwinCities)
July 19, 2019 The National Weather Service in Chanhassen is predicting high temperatures in the mid-90's. Add high humidity, and it'll feel like 105 degrees. As always, stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade, and do not leave children or pets alone in a vehicle during this dangerous heat.
With that heat and humidity, comes the threat of severe weather too. Friday afternoon and night the potential is there for large hail, flooding rains, the chance of isolated tornadoes and gusty winds. All of this from South Dakota through Michigan, with the Twin Cities right in the middle.
Intense heat and humidity in the Midwest will help to fuel violent thunderstorms as the week comes to a close: https://t.co/WNUIgc27Iu pic.twitter.com/0MaDOFFXoi
— AccuWeather (@breakingweather)
July 19, 2019 Be prepared for flooding of small streams and roads too. The ground in most of central and southern Minnesota is extremely saturated right now. Heavy rains could quickly lead to flash flooding.
Hard to believe all this coming nearly six months after the coldest day of the year in the Twin Cities. For those keeping score at home, it was 28 below zero on January 30, 2019.
