Minnesota wakes under a hard winter lock this morning, where the air bites instantly and frost settles deep into pavement. In the Twin Cities, even short trips outside feel sharp and unforgiving.
Temperatures sit near 1 degree early, with wind chills plunging to around 15 below zero, making exposed skin vulnerable within minutes. According to the National Weather Service in Chanhassen, sunshine dominates today, but warmth does not follow. Afternoon highs stall near 8 degrees, keeping winter firmly in control across the metro.
Tonight turns colder again. Lows drop to 5 below, with wind chills dipping into the teens below zero. Roads stay mostly dry, but cold tires, stiff steering, and slower vehicle response add stress to early travel.
Thursday offers little relief. Sunshine returns, yet highs remain near 8 degrees, and wind chills stay dangerous during the morning hours. Anyone commuting early or waiting outdoors should dress in layers and cover exposed skin.
Friday stays quiet but cold. Highs inch toward 9 degrees, with clear skies allowing another deep freeze by nightfall. Lows dip near 3 below, setting the stage for a gradual pattern shift.
By Saturday, temperatures finally climb into the mid-teens, still cold but more manageable. Clouds increase late as moisture begins edging north. Saturday night brings a chance of snow, mainly after midnight, as warmer air rides over lingering cold at the surface.
Sunday sees the better snow chance. Highs rise to the mid-20s, with periods of snow possible. While amounts remain uncertain, even light snow can create slick roads, especially with cold ground temperatures.
Looking ahead, early next week trends milder but unsettled, with additional snow chances possible. For now, the focus remains on cold safety and preparing for changing conditions by the weekend.
Limit time outdoors today, keep vehicles winter-ready, and plan extra time if traveling Sunday. Feeling the cold or seeing snow where you are? Share what conditions look like across the Twin Cities.
Five-Day Outlook for Minneapolis–St. Paul, Minnesota
- Today: Sunny, extreme cold, high near 8°
- Thursday: Sunny and bitter, high near 8°
- Friday: Mostly sunny, very cold, high near 9°
- Saturday: Sunny, slightly milder, high near 17°
- Sunday: Chance of snow, highs near 25°
