Duluth, MN – Strong thunderstorms are expected to hit northern Minnesota Wednesday afternoon through early Thursday, with downpours and gusty winds likely to impact travel and outdoor plans across the region. According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, multiple rounds of showers and storms will move across the Northland all week, with the most significant threat for severe weather coming midweek.
The heaviest rain and strongest winds will target the Iron Range and areas near Duluth Wednesday evening, bringing the possibility of street flooding and isolated power outages. Showers and non-severe storms will linger tonight and Monday, especially from Ashland to Ely, but these will mostly stay below severe limits. By Tuesday, storms become more scattered and isolated, focusing on northeastern counties.
Travelers should prepare for rapidly changing conditions on highways like US-53 and Highway 2, especially during evening commutes Wednesday and Thursday morning. Residents are urged to secure loose items outdoors, have devices charged, and monitor local alerts in case warnings are issued for their area.
Storms and rain chances taper heading into Friday, but showers may persist in some spots. More advisories could be posted if conditions change.
