Duluth, Minnesota — The Northland will remain cold through Friday, but a noticeable shift toward more seasonal temperatures is expected this weekend as a fast-moving Alberta Clipper brings the next chance for light snow, according to the National Weather Service in Duluth.
Temperatures today and Friday will stay well below normal, with highs ranging from near zero to the low teens and overnight lows dipping below zero in many areas. Conditions begin to moderate Saturday, with highs climbing into the mid-teens to low 20s, before warming further into early next week.
The main weather concern arrives Saturday night through Sunday evening, when the clipper system moves west to east across northern Minnesota and into northwest Wisconsin. This system is expected to produce widespread light snow, with a 40–70% chance of at least 1 inch of accumulation across much of the Northland. Probabilities for 2 inches or more remain low, around 10–30%, but localized higher totals cannot be ruled out.
Snowfall is expected to be light and steady, rather than intense, but could still lead to slick road conditions, especially overnight and early Sunday morning. Travel impacts are most likely along Interstate 35, US Highway 53, MN Highway 61, and other regional routes during periods of snow-covered pavement.
In addition to the clipper system, off-and-on lake-effect snow showers remain possible along the South Shore Friday, while very light flurries may linger elsewhere. By Sunday, widespread light snow is expected before gradually tapering off late in the day.
Looking ahead, temperatures will continue to trend closer to normal early next week, with highs reaching the upper teens to mid-20s. Another 20–40% chance for light snow is possible by Tuesday.
Residents are encouraged to monitor forecast updates, allow extra travel time during the weekend, and remain cautious as changing temperatures and light snowfall may still create hazardous driving conditions.
