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Minnesota-Wisconsin Weather Alert: 24° Cold Friday, Nov. 12-16
Minnesota — Cold winds off Lake Superior and lingering lake effect snow are bringing an early winter reminder to the Minnesota Wisconsin border region. Duluth faces temperatures as low as 24 degrees F
By Dylan Reeves · 2026-11-12T10:45:41.720Z
Minnesota — Cold winds off Lake Superior and lingering lake effect snow are bringing an early winter reminder to the Minnesota Wisconsin border region. Duluth faces temperatures as low as 24 degrees Friday night, while parts of northwest Wisconsin could receive up to 3 inches of snow.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, a Hazardous Weather Outlook issued Thursday identifies continued lake effect snow across northwest Wisconsin's snowbelt.
Snow accumulations ranging from a dusting to approximately 2 inches are possible, with locally up to 3 inches in the higher terrain of Ashland and Iron counties.
The snowfall threat is concentrated east of the Twin Ports, while Duluth's local forecast calls for improving skies and colder temperatures.
Up to 3 Inches Possible in Northwest Wisconsin Lake effect snow will continue Thursday across portions of Ashland and Iron counties.
Cold air crossing Lake Superior is helping produce localized snow showers.
The National Weather Service indicates that accumulation amounts could vary considerably over short distances.
Higher terrain faces the greatest potential for locally heavier snowfall.
Additional light snow showers may continue Friday, November 13, with less than half an inch of additional accumulation expected.
Drivers traveling US 2, US 51 and rural roads in affected Wisconsin snowbelt communities should prepare for changing road conditions.
Some locations may experience wet pavement while nearby higher elevations become snow covered.
Reduced visibility is also possible within passing snow showers.
Duluth Temperatures Drop to 24 Degrees Friday Night Duluth's weather follows a different pattern.
Thursday brings partly sunny skies and a high near 37 degrees.
North winds around 10 mph could gust to 15 mph.
Temperatures fall near 25 degrees Thursday night.
Friday brings sunshine, but temperatures only reach approximately 36 degrees.
By Friday night, lows could fall to 24 degrees.
That represents a 13 degree difference from Thursday's expected high.
For residents across St. Louis County, freezing temperatures could affect exposed water sources, outdoor equipment and early morning travel.
Any remaining moisture on untreated surfaces could freeze as temperatures fall.
Drivers should pay particular attention to bridges, shaded roads and exposed areas along Interstate 35 and US 53.
Saturday Brings Sunshine, but Cold Mornings Continue Saturday, November 14, offers another sunny day.
Temperatures should reach approximately 39 degrees, with light northwest winds becoming calm.
However, Saturday night temperatures fall near 27 degrees.
The cold conditions could make early morning outdoor activities uncomfortable, especially near Lake Superior.
Residents should dress in layers and prepare for freezing temperatures before sunrise.
Sunday and Monday Bring a Noticeable Warmup Sunday, November 15, brings sunshine and a high near 41 degrees.
Sunday night temperatures fall near 31 degrees.
Monday offers a more noticeable improvement, with temperatures reaching approximately 48 degrees.
Southwest winds around 5 to 10 mph could gust to 20 mph.
The warmer weather may help melt lingering snow in areas that receive accumulation.
However, wet surfaces could refreeze during colder periods, creating isolated slick spots.