Extreme thunderstorms, hail, damaging winds, frequent lightning and possible tornadoes are anticipated Monday afternoon and evening across central and eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, according to the National Weather Service.

Sunday and Monday are both NEXT Weather Alert days in southern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, due to the elevated threat of severe weather.

Even after those chances for severe weather come and go, there will be plenty more chances for rain throughout the week as another system draws near. A potential severe weather outbreak is possible across parts of Iowa,