Minneapolis, Minnesota – Chilly conditions will persist across the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota through Tuesday before a noticeable warming trend develops later in the week.
According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities, temperatures will remain cold through Tuesday, with daytime highs generally in the mid-teens to near 20 degrees today and Tuesday. Overnight lows will remain cold as well, keeping winter firmly in place early in the week.
There is a chance of light snow across southern Minnesota late this afternoon and evening, with a few additional flurries possible Tuesday night into Wednesday. Forecasters emphasize that little to no accumulation is expected, and any snow that does fall should have minimal impact.
Drivers traveling along Interstate 35, Interstate 94, US-52, and US-169 may encounter brief reductions in visibility during passing flurries, particularly this evening. Road conditions are expected to remain generally manageable due to limited snowfall amounts.
By Wednesday, temperatures will begin a gradual upward trend, with highs reaching the low to mid-20s. Skies will be partly sunny at times, and precipitation chances remain low.
The warming trend becomes more noticeable by Thursday, when highs may reach the mid-30s to mid-40s across much of southern and central Minnesota, including the Twin Cities metro area. This will mark one of the milder days seen in recent weeks.
The National Weather Service notes that aside from the brief chance of light snow, the remainder of the week looks quiet, with no significant winter storms expected. Overnight lows will also moderate later in the week, reducing the risk of extreme cold.
Commuters, students, and outdoor workers may notice improving conditions as temperatures climb above freezing later in the week, especially during the afternoon hours.
Residents are encouraged to continue monitoring daily forecasts, particularly for any updates on timing of flurries and the late-week warmup.
