Duluth, MN — Northern Minnesota faces a turbulent stretch of spring weather starting Thursday, with wind gusts, heavy rain, and possible freezing conditions impacting Duluth and the I-35 corridor into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, Duluth will see sunny skies and a high of 44°F Thursday before wind gusts climb to 25 mph by late afternoon. Rain is expected after 10 p.m. Thursday, followed by heavier showers Friday. Gusts could peak at 30 mph, making travel along I-35 hazardous, especially by Friday night when freezing rain may develop.
Rainfall could exceed a half inch in some areas, raising concerns about slick roads and reduced visibility. Residents should secure outdoor items, plan for longer commutes, and monitor changing road conditions. Friday’s high will reach only 37°F, followed by snow and blustery winds overnight.
The active weather pattern continues through Saturday with more snow and a high near 34°F. Winds from the northeast may hit 20 mph, maintaining dangerous travel conditions into the weekend.
Five-Day Outlook for Duluth:
- Thursday: Sunny early, rain late, gusts to 25 mph
- Friday: Rain, turning to wintry mix, high of 37°F
- Saturday: Chance of snow, windy, high of 34°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high of 32°F, gusty winds
- Monday: Sunny and slightly warmer, high near 38°F
