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Minnesota Weather Alert: Duluth Near Freezing Wednesday, Nov. 11
Minnesota – Residents across Duluth, St. Louis County and the western Lake Superior region are facing changing temperatures, gusty winds and a return to near freezing conditions.
By Wesley Grant · 2026-11-08T11:27:41.850Z
Minnesota – Residents across Duluth, St. Louis County and the western Lake Superior region are facing changing temperatures, gusty winds and a return to near freezing conditions.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, temperatures will briefly climb into the lower 50s before colder air returns during the middle of the week.
Duluth Sky Harbor Airport reported 48 degrees early Sunday, Nov. 8, with southwest winds near 13 mph.
Northwest winds could gust to 25 mph during the afternoon, creating a brisk feel despite mostly sunny skies.
Monday Warmup Offers a Short Break Monday, Nov. 9, brings the warmest temperatures of the upcoming stretch.
Afternoon highs could reach 53 degrees as clouds gradually decrease.
South winds around 5 to 10 mph will shift west during the afternoon, with gusts reaching approximately 15 mph.
For residents completing yard cleanup or preparing outdoor equipment for winter, Monday offers a relatively mild opportunity.
Temperatures fall toward 39 degrees Monday night before another cooler day arrives Tuesday.
Wednesday Brings a Noticeable Temperature Change Tuesday, Nov. 10, remains mostly sunny with a high near 50 degrees.
West winds around 5 to 10 mph could gust to 15 mph before easing later.
By Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, the temperature pattern changes.
Afternoon highs are expected to reach only 42 degrees, approximately 11 degrees cooler than Monday.
North winds around 5 mph accompany partly sunny skies.
Residents attending Veterans Day ceremonies should prepare for cooler conditions, especially near exposed waterfront locations.
The more significant change develops Wednesday night.
Temperatures could fall to approximately 31 degrees, bringing freezing conditions back into the local forecast.
A slight chance of rain is also indicated before midnight.
The supplied forecast does not specify snow or freezing rain for that period.
Near Freezing Temperatures Raise Seasonal Awareness With temperatures approaching freezing, residents should remain mindful of changing road and sidewalk conditions.
Wet surfaces can become slippery when temperatures drop below 32 degrees, although widespread icing is not predicted in the supplied outlook.
Drivers traveling Interstate 35, U.S. Highway 53 or routes near Lake Superior should monitor updated conditions before heading out.
The National Weather Service expects Thursday to remain cooler, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 39 degrees.
Thursday night temperatures could fall to 29 degrees.
That would bring another subfreezing period to the Duluth area.
Duluth Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, Nov. 9: Decreasing clouds, high 53°F, low 39°F. Gusts near 15 mph. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Mostly sunny, high 50°F, low 36°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Partly sunny for Veterans Day, high 42°F, low 31°F. Slight chance of rain before midnight. Thursday, Nov. 12: Mostly sunny and cooler, high 39°F, low 29°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Sunny, high 42°F, low 33°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Mostly sunny, with temperatures recovering to approximately 47 degrees.
What Residents Should Watch Before Thanksgiving November marks a period when colder weather becomes increasingly important for northern Minnesota.
As Thanksgiving approaches, future weather systems could introduce additional opportunities for wintry precipitation.
However, the supplied forecast does not establish a specific snowstorm or accumulation threat for Duluth through Saturday.
Residents should use the remaining mild afternoons to secure outdoor belongings, inspect winter equipment and prepare vehicles for colder mornings.
Are you ready for freezing temperatures to return to Duluth, or are you hoping the mild November weather lasts longer? Share what conditions you're seeing around Lake Superior.