Duluth, MN – A bitter Arctic blast is set to sweep across Minnesota this Thanksgiving week, bringing dangerously low wind chills and lake-effect snow. Residents traveling along I-35 and near the Great Lakes should prepare for freezing temperatures and potential icy conditions.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, highs this week will struggle to reach the low 20s, while wind chills could drop below zero, particularly on Wednesday and Thanksgiving Day. Breezy conditions will persist, with gusts reaching up to 25 mph, compounding the already frigid cold. Occasional light snow is expected, especially along Lake Superior’s southern shore, but significant accumulation is not forecast.
Wednesday will see a high near 30°F, but northwest winds of 10 to 15 mph will make it feel much colder. On Thanksgiving, temperatures will drop further, with highs near 27°F and wind chills in the single digits. Blustery conditions will continue into the weekend, with lows in the teens and slight chances of snow through Sunday.
Those traveling for Thanksgiving are advised to monitor local forecasts and prepare for slowdowns due to icy roads, particularly near lake-effect snow areas. The frigid conditions are expected to persist into early next week, so plan accordingly and dress in layers to avoid frostbite risks.
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