Duluth, Minnesota — Light snow showers are moving southeast across northeast and north-central Minnesota early Wednesday, producing minor accumulations but creating localized travel hazards during the morning hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, snow activity was ongoing shortly after 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, with radar and road camera observations confirming light snowfall across the region. Accumulations are expected to remain below 0.25 inches, but forecasters caution that even small amounts could lead to slushy or slick conditions on untreated roadways.
The snow is affecting areas along and near Interstate 35, U.S. Highway 53, Minnesota Highway 33, and I-535, including the Duluth-Superior corridor. Visibility reductions are expected to be brief, but drivers may encounter changing conditions over short distances, particularly on secondary roads and elevated surfaces.
Road camera images from St. Louis County and surrounding areas showed light snow accumulation on pavement early Wednesday morning. While traffic impacts are expected to remain limited, the National Weather Service noted that a light slush could develop, increasing the risk of minor travel delays during the early commute.
The snow showers are forecast to continue moving southeast through the morning hours before gradually tapering off. No significant additional accumulation is anticipated once the system exits the area.
Commuters, students, and early-morning workers traveling along I-35 through Duluth, US-53 toward Virginia, and nearby state highways are encouraged to allow extra travel time and remain alert for slick spots, especially on bridges and less-traveled roads.
Residents are advised to monitor local conditions and updates from weather.gov/dlh, as even light snow events can produce uneven road impacts during winter mornings.
