Minnesota is set to experience a wild weekend of weather, starting with record-breaking warmth and thunderstorms on Friday, followed by a powerful winter storm that will bring heavy snow and strong winds on Saturday. Residents can expect a significant temperature drop, with highs near 80 before storms roll in, and hazardous conditions with wind gusts potentially reaching 45 mph in some areas. A winter storm watch has been issued, as blizzard conditions could impact portions of the state, including the Red River Valley. As the weekend unfolds, meteorologists are warning of a mix of precipitation, including the possibility of severe weather and contrasting spring elements.