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Afternoon forecast: Warm and sunny, high 49
Record warm temperatures are possible in parts of Minnesota Thursday and Friday. Then watch for possible snow this weekend.
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Morning forecast: Near-record warmth, high 49
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Evening forecast: Low of 30 with patchy clouds ahead of a potential record high Thursday
The latest forecast for the Twin Cities and region.