Minnesota starts the day with a sharp chill, and breath hangs in the air as early drivers step onto cold pavement across Minneapolis.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures sit near 28°F early with light northwest winds. Wind chills dip closer to 18°F, keeping surfaces cold enough for isolated slick spots, especially on bridges and untreated roads. As sunshine builds, temperatures climb quickly into the upper 40s by afternoon.
Roads like I-94, I-35W, and Highway 62 may see brief icy patches early, particularly in shaded areas. Use caution during the early commute and watch for refreezing where moisture lingers.
This is a classic spring setup. Cold mornings give way to steady warming each day. Highs reach the mid-50s Tuesday, then surge into the mid-60s by Wednesday. That warming trend reduces ice risk but introduces a different pattern.
A weak system brings a slight chance of light sprinkles late Tuesday into early Wednesday. Another round of light rain chances develops Thursday, mainly during the afternoon. No heavy precipitation is expected, but damp roads could return.
Meteorologists highlight the freeze-thaw cycle as a key concern this week. Melting during the day followed by near-freezing nights can create patchy ice. Stay alert during early morning hours.
By late week, cooler air briefly returns with highs dipping back into the 50s before rebounding again into the weekend.
Conditions are improving, but timing matters. Early mornings remain the most hazardous window. Are you noticing slick spots on your commute today?
Five Day Outlook for Minneapolis, Minnesota:
Today: Sunny, high near 47°
Tonight: Slight chance of sprinkles, low near 38°
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 56°
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 65°
Thursday: Chance of rain, high near 54°
