Minnesota — The Twin Cities wake to a gray, hushed morning as cold air lingers over frozen pavement. Exhaust plumes drift along city streets, and sidewalks feel slick where yesterday’s melt refroze before dawn.
Temperatures sit near 25°F early, with southeast winds adding a light chill. Roads remain mostly clear, but shaded ramps and bridges across Minneapolis and St. Paul carry icy patches. Drivers on I-94 and I-35W should slow through early-morning travel.
Clouds dominate today, though temperatures recover into the low 30s by afternoon. Melting resumes on exposed surfaces, setting up a classic February flash-freeze risk after dark. Plan extra time this evening, especially in residential neighborhoods.
Tonight stays mostly cloudy with lows near 27°F. Refreezing becomes widespread, locking moisture back onto untreated roads and sidewalks. Keep traction in mind if heading out late.
Monday signals change. Highs climb into the low 40s, marking one of the warmest days in recent weeks. Snowpack shrinks quickly under mild air and light winds. To be fair, that warmth comes with consequences. Meltwater will pool during the day, then refreeze again Monday night as temperatures dip near 30°F.
Tuesday stays mostly sunny with highs near 37°F, continuing the thaw. Pavement dries in many spots, though snowbanks soften and drainage areas clog with slush. Conditions remain manageable, but nighttime refreezing still threatens slick surfaces.
By Wednesday night, attention turns to precipitation. A slight chance of snow develops after midnight, with better odds by Thursday. Accumulations look light for now, but even minor snowfall can snarl travel when combined with leftover ice.
Looking ahead to the 6–10 day window, above-normal temperatures are favored across Minnesota. With the Great Lakes heavily frozen, warmups may come in steps, but the pattern supports a gradual late-winter thaw.
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Five-Day Outlook – Minneapolis, MN
• Today: Mostly cloudy, high 33°F
• Monday: Mostly cloudy, warmer, high 41°F
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 37°F
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 35°F
• Thursday: Chance of snow, high 40°F
