What To Expect Weather Wise In Central Minnesota This July 4th

America's 250th birthday is coming up on Saturday, and with it will come some impressive fireworks displays. The real question many people are asking is, will rain put a damper on the Fourth of July festivities?

Is Saint Cloud Looking At Rain On The Fourth Of July?

Right now, the forecast calls for a 77% chance of thunderstorms in Saint Cloud on Saturday. The daytime high is forecasted to be 77. The good news for fireworks fans is that the chance of rain really only seems to be for the day, as the evening forecast calls for partly cloudy skies, with a chance of an isolated thunderstorm (24%) and a very reasonable low of 59.

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So if you are planning on taking in a Fourth of July parade Saturday, have an umbrella and poncho handy as it seems like rain is likely, but by the time fireworks start being shot off, it will be comfortable.

Will Brainerd Be A Wash Out For The Fourth Of July?

If you are traveling up to Brainerd for the Fourth of July, have an umbrella handy, but you might not need to open it up. There is a 45% chance of rain during the day on Saturday, with a high of 75. The Fireworks forecast will call for a 24% chance of an isolated rain shower, with partly cloudy skies and a low of 57.

Will Annandale's Fourth Of July Celebrations Call For Umbrellas?

If you are headed down to Annandale for the Fourth of July, the day looks like an umbrella and rain boots will be fashionable. The forecast is calling for an 81% chance of thunderstorms in the morning, with isolated showers becoming more likely as the afternoon rolls around. The Fireworks forecast still has a 30% chance for rain, with otherwise partly cloudy skies and a low of 60.

The forecast can change, but two days out, it's looking like if you are doing anything outside during the day, you might want to have some rain gear handy. It is looking like the fireworks will happen, but pack extra bug spray, as the mosquitoes will be out after any rain we get.