Warmer, windier week ahead in Twin Cities

Highs will reach into the mid-70s Monday in the Twin Cities. It will also be dry and sunny — with a risk of wildfires to the west. 

There is a chance of isolated showers overnight Wednesday, but most will stay dry.

The wind also picks up overnight, and it will be aggressive Wednesday. A red flag warning in effect in western Minnesota for fire danger. Wednesday will be warmer with gusty afternoon winds and highs continuing to climb. 

High will warm into the mid-70s Thursday, and Friday's high may reach 80 degrees.

Conditions will stay breezy and warm through late week, with showers possible Thursday and again Sunday.

Summer-like warmth settles in this weekend with highs pushing into the 80s.