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Minnesota Weather Alert: 25 MPH Gusts in Duluth, MN, Nov 7–11
Cold air sweeping across Lake Superior will meet strengthening winds this weekend, bringing a brisk November stretch to northeastern Minnesota. By Sunday, gusts could reach 25 mph, while temperatures
By Grant Holloway · 2026-11-07T11:05:10.026Z
Cold air sweeping across Lake Superior will meet strengthening winds this weekend, bringing a brisk November stretch to northeastern Minnesota. By Sunday, gusts could reach 25 mph, while temperatures struggle to climb beyond the upper 40s.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, southwest winds could gust to 20 mph Saturday before stronger winds arrive Sunday.
The changing conditions will affect Duluth, St. Louis County and surrounding communities near Superior, Wisconsin.
Sunday Winds Could Reach 25 MPH Early Saturday, Duluth International Airport reported 34 degrees, with a wind chill near 28 degrees.
Afternoon sunshine should push temperatures toward 48 degrees, offering some relief from the chilly start.
However, winds strengthen later, with west winds reaching 10 to 15 mph and gusts approaching 25 mph.
Sunday brings increasing clouds, another high near 48 degrees and northwest winds gusting to 25 mph.
Drivers crossing the Blatnik and Bong bridges should remain attentive to crosswinds, particularly in exposed areas.
No widespread travel disruptions are indicated in the supplied forecast.
Monday and Tuesday Bring a Brief Warmup Monday offers a modest improvement, with partly sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 52 degrees.
Winds could still gust near 15 mph during the afternoon.
Tuesday remains mostly sunny, with highs near 50 degrees and west winds gusting to 20 mph.
For residents planning outdoor cleanup, these afternoons provide opportunities before colder conditions return.
Secure lightweight decorations and loose outdoor items, especially in exposed neighborhoods near Lake Superior.
Veterans Day Brings Rain Chances and Colder Air Wednesday introduces another weather change across northeastern Minnesota.
The National Weather Service projects a high near 42 degrees, with a slight chance of rain before noon.
Wednesday night could bring additional rain before midnight, possibly mixing with snow after 3 a.m. Thursday.
Temperatures are expected to fall toward 32 degrees.
That combination deserves attention from drivers, particularly where wet pavement could freeze as temperatures approach freezing.
However, no significant snow accumulation or widespread icing is predicted in the supplied outlook.
Thursday remains partly sunny, with temperatures near 40 degrees.
For now, meteorologists are not indicating a local tornado threat.
As Thanksgiving approaches, residents should continue monitoring updates for additional cold fronts and possible winter precipitation.