Red Wing & Mississippi Bluffs
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Today’s Forecast:
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81°F
Current Temperature
Mostly Cloudy
⚠️
Extreme Heat Watch
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 24 at 12:59PM CDT until July 26 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN (Expires: July 26, 2026 10:00 pm)
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Description:
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 99 expected.
For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat
index values up to 102 possible.
* WHERE...In Minnesota, Goodhue County. In Wisconsin, Pierce and St.
Croix Counties.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from noon to 10 PM CDT Saturday. For
the Extreme Heat Watch, from Sunday afternoon through Sunday
evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instructions:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
⚠️
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 24 at 12:59PM CDT until July 25 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN (Expires: July 25, 2026 10:00 pm)
Show Alert Details & Instructions
Description:
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 99 expected.
For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat
index values up to 102 possible.
* WHERE...In Minnesota, Goodhue County. In Wisconsin, Pierce and St.
Croix Counties.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from noon to 10 PM CDT Saturday. For
the Extreme Heat Watch, from Sunday afternoon through Sunday
evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instructions:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
This Afternoon:Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South southwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight:Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday:Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 100. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Not Recommended
25
/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 82°F. Light wind (10 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
- Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
- Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
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Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended
6/100
Biking
Not Recommended
26
/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 82°F. Light wind (10 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
- Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
- Alert: Unfavorable weather factor
⚠️ Active weather alerts affect this activity!
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended
6/100
Paddling
Use Caution
49
/100
Use Caution for paddling. High near 82°F. Breezy winds (10 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent
86/100
Fishing
Excellent
91
/100
Excellent for fishing. High near 82°F. Light wind (10 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Good
79/100
About Red Wing & Mississippi Bluffs
Red Wing is a river-and-bluff destination with overlooks, bike routes, paddling access, parks, and historic town stops.
Make the Most of a Red Wing / Mississippi Bluffs Day
Use dry, stable weather for bluff hikes and longer rides, and pay attention to river wind and storm timing before paddling.
Weather Tips for the Area
- Bluff trails can be slick after rain, and river corridors can feel windy or humid.
- Wind, waves, current, and lightning should guide water plans more than sunshine alone.
- After steady rain, favor paved paths, overlooks, visitor centers, or town-based plans until trails and launch areas recover.
- 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 Red Wing & Mississippi Bluffs 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.