Minnesota – The air bites hard along Lake Superior this morning, sharp enough to sting exposed skin within minutes. Breath fogs instantly, boots crunch on brittle snow, and the wind slices through layers as if they were thin paper. This is not a typical winter chill. It is a dangerous one.
A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect for northeast and north-central Minnesota through late morning. In Duluth, wind chills have plunged as low as 35 degrees below zero, creating life-threatening conditions for anyone outside too long. Frostbite can develop in as little as ten minutes. Travel should be limited, and full winter protection is essential.
Temperatures today stay frigid despite sunshine. Highs struggle to reach the single digits, while north winds keep conditions harsh through midday. Roads remain dry in spots but slick areas persist, especially where blowing snow drifts across exposed stretches.
Tonight turns mostly clear, allowing temperatures to fall below zero again. Saturday offers little relief. Sunshine returns, but highs only reach the upper teens. A weak clipper system approaches Saturday night into Sunday, bringing light snow across the region. Accumulations may reach 1 to 2 inches, with locally higher totals near the South Shore due to lake-effect snow.
Sunday stays cold and unsettled. Snow chances increase during the day, and visibility may drop at times. Drivers should prepare for slippery roads, especially during the afternoon and evening. Conditions slowly improve Sunday night, though cold air remains locked in place.
Early next week stays wintry but calmer. Monday turns mostly sunny with highs near 20. Tuesday brings another slight chance of snow before temperatures gradually moderate midweek.
This prolonged Arctic pattern reflects a broader freeze across much of the northern U.S., reinforced by ice coverage on the Great Lakes. Dress in layers, cover all exposed skin, and keep emergency supplies in your vehicle. Winter is firmly in control.
Five-Day Outlook for Duluth, Minnesota
- Today: Sunny, high near 8°, extreme wind chills
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 19°
- Sunday: Snow possible, high near 22°
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 21°
- Tuesday: Slight snow chance, high near 23°
