A strong weather pattern is expected to move into Minnesota, bringing sweltering conditions and the potential for severe thunderstorms beginning Friday evening. As humid air collides with a stalled frontal boundary, residents can anticipate numerous rounds of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms throughout the weekend. The Twin Cities are particularly bracing for potential soaking rain and severe weather, with a heightened risk of thunderstorms observed. With rising humidity levels, forecasts indicate an uncomfortable and unsettled atmosphere, prompting weather alerts for dangerous heat and storm threats through Saturday. Thunderstorm activity is projected to increase late Friday into the early hours of Saturday, along with a continuation of showers into the weekend.