Beautiful Weekend Weather Forecast Ahead

The National Weather Service is calling for sunshine and temperatures in the low to mid 70's after Wednesday. Yes, finally!

If you've been hoping for sunshine on your weekend pontoon adventure, this will be your weekend! Thursday calls for mostly sunny skies and a high of 74 degrees. Overnight Thursday should remain clear with a low of 48.

Friday will be sunny and a bit cooler with a high of 67. Friday evening may be the perfect night for a bonfire or a great reason to hit up a Minnesota drive-in theater with clear skies and a low of 46.

Saturday's weather will continue to be sunny with temps near 70 degrees and clear skies in the evening. Sunday funday is on track to be a bit warmer, with sunshine and temps in the mid to upper 70's.

If you're in need of a few weekend activity ideas to keep you busy, check out the list below;

• Attend a drive-in movie
• Malls are open at 50 percent capacity
• Get takeout and enjoy a picnic at your local park
• Check out a Minnesota state park
• Check out one of Minnesota's lakes
• Bike or hike on a local trail
• Go golfing
• Have a backyard bonfire
• Go fishing with your family
• Get your lawn projects done
• Start a garden
• Check out Munsinger/Clemens Gardens
• Paddle boat at Lake George
• Take outdoor family photos or practice photography
• Have a backyard cookout