A biting wind sweeps across Lake Superior this morning as Duluth wakes to just 18°F and another reminder that early December in northern Minnesota means true winter has arrived. Snow flurries drift through the morning haze, coating roads in a fine, powdery dust that’s quickly freezing to pavement.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, temperatures will struggle to climb out of the low 20s today, with wind chills hovering between -5°F and -10°F. A few light snow showers are expected through this afternoon, with more steady snow developing tonight and continuing into early Wednesday. Accumulations should remain light — generally an inch or less — but gusty northwest winds up to 25 mph will make travel tricky at times, especially near the hilltop and along Highway 61.
Wednesday brings brief sunshine but little warmth, as highs remain near 17°F with brisk northwest winds. Another weak system slides through Thursday into Friday, bringing renewed chances for snow and blowing flakes that could reduce visibility. Highs will stay locked in the teens, with lows dropping near or below zero — prime conditions for black ice and frostbite within minutes of exposure.
By the weekend, skies turn partly sunny but cold persists. Saturday’s highs may reach only the low 20s, and a slow thaw isn’t likely until next week. Residents should keep vehicles winter-ready, clear sidewalks regularly, and bundle up for the biting Arctic air dominating Minnesota’s Northland.
Five-Day Outlook for Duluth, MN
Today: Flurries, high 22°F; breezy.
Tonight: Snow likely, low 10°F.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 17°F; blustery.
Thursday: Snow chance, high 14°F.
Friday: Snow showers, high 25°F.
