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Duluth, MN Weather Alert: 2 Inches of Rain Possible Election Day
Duluth, MN – Election Day voters and drivers across northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin face another round of widespread rain Tuesday, Nov. 3, with up to 2 inches of additional rainfall
By Cole Barrett · 2026-11-03T11:25:28.768Z
Duluth, MN – Election Day voters and drivers across northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin face another round of widespread rain Tuesday, Nov. 3, with up to 2 inches of additional rainfall possible before the system moves out Thursday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, widespread rain is expected to redevelop Tuesday afternoon and continue through Wednesday, Nov. 4, before gradually tapering off Wednesday night into Thursday, Nov. 5.
Forecasters expect an additional 0.5 to 2 inches of rainfall across the Northland, with locally higher totals possible along the higher terrain of Minnesota's North Shore.
The weather service also warns that isolated marginal flooding and ponding of water could develop, particularly in areas with poor drainage.
Election Day Travel Could Be Affected
With polls open Tuesday, residents traveling to voting locations, work or school should prepare for wet pavement, reduced visibility during heavier rainfall and possible standing water on roads.
The forecast covers Duluth and surrounding St. Louis County communities, along with areas near Grand Rapids, Virginia, Ely, Two Harbors and Grand Marais.
Rainfall projections generally range from 1 to 1.5 inches across several northeastern Minnesota communities, while some locations closer to the North Shore could receive higher amounts.
Parts of northwestern Wisconsin, including Superior, Ashland and surrounding communities, are also expected to experience periods of rain.
When Will Conditions Improve?
Rain is expected to continue through much of Wednesday, with precipitation gradually decreasing Wednesday night into Thursday morning.
The National Weather Service forecast extends through noon Thursday, Nov. 5.
Motorists should avoid driving through flooded roadways and allow extra travel time where standing water develops.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts from the National Weather Service in Duluth as rainfall amounts and localized flooding risks become clearer.