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Strong thunderstorms may be possible (30 to 40%) later this morning and early afternoon. A second line of thunderstorms will move through the region during the evening and overnight hours. Storms will initially move into southeast MN and northeast IA where a level 2 out of 5 risk for severe storms is present and lesser confidence further east. Damaging wind gusts and hail up to quarter sized will be the main threats with any severe storms. Be sure to stay weather aware and seek shelter as storms approach!
Periodic showers and storms will lead to localized heavy rainfall. Current rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.25" are expected with up to 2" possible in some locations.
Periodic showers and storms for today into tonight with some being on the strong to severe side. After today, highs remain in the upper 50s to mid 60s through the weekend.