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Duluth, MN Weather: Lows Near 17° Thursday Night, Nov. 5
Duluth, MN — Residents across Duluth, St. Louis County and northeastern Minnesota should prepare for a sharp return to freezing temperatures later this week, with overnight lows potentially falling in
By Elliot Vaughn · 2026-11-03T22:36:55.831Z
Duluth, MN — Residents across Duluth, St. Louis County and northeastern Minnesota should prepare for a sharp return to freezing temperatures later this week, with overnight lows potentially falling into the upper teens in colder locations by Friday morning, Nov. 6.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, rain showers will continue through Thursday morning before a drier and colder weather pattern settles across the region.
Forecasters are urging residents to prepare for widespread subfreezing temperatures Thursday night, particularly as skies begin clearing and colder air moves into northern Minnesota.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, will bring relatively mild afternoon temperatures ranging from 47 to 61 degrees across the forecast area. Overnight lows are expected to fall between 30 and 44 degrees.
Thursday, Nov. 5, will bring a noticeable cooldown, with afternoon highs ranging from 40 to 47 degrees.
The most significant cold weather concern develops Thursday night into Friday morning.
Temperatures are forecast to fall between 17 and 33 degrees across the region, with the coldest locations potentially experiencing readings well below freezing.
The National Weather Service advised residents to prepare windshield scrapers as freezing temperatures return.
Motorists should be alert for frost on vehicles Friday morning, especially in areas where temperatures fall into the 20s or teens.
Friday, Nov. 6, will remain chilly, with afternoon highs ranging from 39 to 45 degrees. Overnight temperatures could fall between 19 and 30 degrees.
Saturday, Nov. 7, will bring a modest warmup, with highs between 45 and 51 degrees and overnight lows ranging from 28 to 35 degrees.
Sunday, Nov. 8, could see highs reaching 47 to 54 degrees, although a slight chance of showers remains possible.
The National Weather Service currently places Sunday's precipitation probability near 20%.
Residents should monitor updated local forecasts for more precise overnight temperatures and prepare for freezing conditions late this week.