Duluth, Minnesota – A messy winter storm is expected to impact the Upper Midwest Wednesday through Thursday, bringing snow, rain and a wintry mix that could disrupt regional travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, a developing system will move into the Northland by midweek, with the heaviest precipitation expected Wednesday into Thursday. Forecasters say accumulating snow and reduced visibility will likely affect road conditions, while areas farther south and east could see periods of rain or a mix of freezing rain and sleet.
The exact track of the system remains uncertain. Meteorologists say that track will determine where the heaviest snow bands set up and which areas transition to rain or mixed precipitation. Snowfall totals and ice amounts have not yet been finalized.
Current forecast guidance indicates snow spreading across parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin early Wednesday, expanding east toward Michigan and portions of the Ohio Valley by late Wednesday into Thursday. Rain and a wintry mix are possible across southern zones as temperatures fluctuate near freezing.
Reduced visibility and changing road conditions may impact interstates and regional highways during peak commute periods. Travelers are urged to monitor forecast updates as timing and precipitation types become clearer.
The National Weather Service advises residents across the region to stay alert for updated forecasts and potential advisories as confidence increases in the storm’s track and intensity.
