Soaker to start the week in Twin Cities, then a cooler, drier stretch

Monday will be a rainy day across Minnesota, then a cooler stretch will settle in.

The Twin Cities will see periods of rain with a few thunderstorms. Areas to the south and east could see some stronger storms. The metro could see an inch of rain or more.

Highs will top out in the mid-60s.

The rain will end early on Tuesday, then things will turn cooler and drier. Highs should be around 60 for the rest of the work week.

Over the weekend, highs could climb close to 70.

The long-range forecast shows a gradual warming trend as May begins.