Duluth, Minnesota – A second round of light, fluffy snow is expected to bring up to 6 inches along parts of the Lake Superior shoreline through early Sunday, impacting travel on key regional highways.
According to the National Weather Service, snowfall will begin early Friday and continue intermittently through 6 a.m. Sunday, with the heaviest totals expected just east of Minnesota’s Northland region.
Forecast totals show 4 to 6 inches near Grand Portage and Hurley, Wisconsin, including along Highway 61 and U.S. 2 corridors. Grand Marais is expected to receive 3 to 4 inches, while Ashland may see 1 to 2 inches. Portions of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula near M-28 could also approach 4 inches by Sunday morning.
Duluth, Two Harbors, and areas west of Silver Bay are forecast to receive under 1 inch, with significantly lighter totals inland toward Ely and Hayward.
Snowfall rates appear light but steady at times Friday, with hourly accumulations generally under one-half inch. Officials note the snow will be lighter and fluffier compared to the earlier system this week, which could still lead to slick spots on untreated roads.
Primary travel impacts are expected along Highway 61, U.S. 2, and M-28, particularly during early morning and overnight hours through Saturday.
Commuters, delivery drivers, and college students traveling between Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Michigan U.P. should monitor updated road conditions before heading out.
Additional forecast updates are expected if snowfall totals increase or shift east.
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