Albert Lea & Myre-Big Island
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Today’s Forecast:
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82°F
Current Temperature
Cloudy
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Extreme Heat Warning
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 25 at 12:08PM CDT until July 26 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN (Expires: July 26, 2026 9:00 pm)
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Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108.
* WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west
central Minnesota.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
Instructions:
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
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Extreme Heat Watch
The Extreme Heat Watch has been cancelled. (Expires: July 26, 2026 9:00 pm)
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Description:
The Extreme Heat Watch has been cancelled and is no longer in effect.
Instructions:
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
This Afternoon:Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 102. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight:A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 3am and 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. Heat index values as high as 102. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Sunday:Partly sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 109. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Today’s Report:
Biking
Not Recommended
21
/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 89°F. Low rain risk (1%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
- Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
⚠️ Active weather alerts affect this activity!
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended
5/100
Camping
Not Recommended
23
/100
Not Recommended for camping. High near 89°F. Low rain risk (1%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
- Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
⚠️ Active weather alerts affect this activity!
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended
20/100
Paddling
Excellent
92
/100
Excellent for paddling. High near 89°F. Low rain risk (1%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Use Caution
45/100
Fishing
Good
83
/100
Good for fishing. High near 89°F. Low rain risk (1%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Use Caution
44/100
About Albert Lea & Myre-Big Island
Albert Lea & Myre-Big Island is a southern Minnesota lake-and-park destination with campgrounds, bike trails, paddling, birding, and family-friendly park time.
Make the Most of a Albert Lea & Myre-Big Island Day
Use calm weather for paddling and campground plans, and choose paved routes or town stops when rain or wind changes the lake plan.
Weather Tips for Albert Lea & Myre-Big Island
- Lake wind, bugs, trail wetness, and summer thunderstorms are the main planning details.
- Wind, waves, current, and lightning should guide water plans more than sunshine alone.
- For campground days, check overnight lows, storm timing, wet ground, and how quickly shelter is available.
- Check both temperature and wind, because Minnesota lake, river, prairie, and bluff destinations can feel very different from the nearest city forecast.
Plan Around the Conditions
Use the forecast to choose the best version of Albert Lea & Myre-Big Island rather than forcing one itinerary. Match wind, rain timing, temperature, water conditions, and trail surfaces to the activity that gives your group the most comfortable day.