Minnesota — A mild breeze moves across the Twin Cities this morning as clouds drift over Minneapolis and St. Paul. Early temperatures sit in the mid-50s, giving the region a brief taste of comfortable March spring weather.
The mild start will not last long.
Today brings partly sunny skies with temperatures climbing to around 55°F. Sidewalks are dry and roads remain quiet for now across Interstate 94, I-35W, and Highway 52. Still, meteorologists are watching a developing system moving toward the Upper Midwest.
Clouds increase tomorrow as cooler air begins sliding south into Minnesota. Temperatures struggle to reach the upper 40s, and scattered rain showers could develop by afternoon.
Conditions begin shifting quickly late tomorrow night.
Rain is expected to transition to rain and wet snow across Minneapolis–St. Paul, especially toward midnight and into early morning hours. Temperatures drop toward the lower 30s, allowing snow to mix in and occasionally accumulate.
Latest weather models suggest around 1 inch of snow could fall across parts of the Twin Cities region.
The most noticeable impacts may arrive by Wednesday morning, when wet pavement and slushy patches could develop on bridges and elevated roadways.
Drivers traveling along I-94, I-35, and Highway 169 should allow extra time for the commute. Reduced visibility and slick surfaces may briefly slow traffic.
Snow showers gradually taper during the day Wednesday as colder air settles across Minnesota. High temperatures reach only the lower 40s, keeping the air brisk despite the approaching spring season.
Another round of unsettled weather could return Thursday with rain and snow chances redeveloping across the metro.
Long-range outlooks still show warmer-than-average temperatures returning later in March, signaling that true spring warmth is not far away.
For now, Twin Cities residents should keep both umbrellas and winter jackets ready this week.
Are you seeing clouds building across Minneapolis or St. Paul this morning? Let us know what conditions look like where you are.
Five-Day Outlook for Minneapolis–St. Paul, Minnesota
Today: Mostly sunny. High 55°F.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy with slight rain chance. High 47°F.
Wednesday: Rain changing to snow. High 42°F.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy with rain/snow chance. High 47°F.
Friday: Mostly sunny and cooler. High 42°F.
