Rain chances increase Monday and Tuesday.
Cooler, drier weather follows later this week.
Zumbrota should remain warm and humid through the start of the week, with scattered showers and thunderstorms possible Sunday and more frequent rain chances Monday into Tuesday as a stronger disturbance moves through the Upper Midwest. Monday and Tuesday offer the best opportunity for widespread rainfall, although the placement and amounts will depend on the track and timing of individual storm clusters. Storm guidance places the more notable severe-weather potential mainly west of Zumbrota, but thunderstorms in southeastern Minnesota could still produce lightning, brief downpours, and gusty winds. The pattern is expected to turn more seasonable and drier after the midweek system, with northwest flow bringing lower humidity and cooler temperatures into the latter half of the week.
For farm operations, keep outdoor schedules flexible through Tuesday because wet foliage, lightning, and intermittent rain may limit spraying, hay work, harvest preparation, and field access. Rain would be beneficial for soil moisture, pasture condition, and any remaining late-season crop water demand, but localized heavier downpours could briefly cause ponding or soft fields. The cooler, drier stretch later in the week should improve working conditions and reduce heat stress on cattle. Longer-range temperature guidance still favors above-normal warmth across much of the region, so late-season crop and livestock water needs may remain elevated beyond this week.
Kathryn Prociv, CCM
*Forecast is subject to change, especially beyond 48 hours. An updated forecast will be provided if there is a significant change in the forecast.
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