Minneapolis, Minnesota –
Minnesota remains firmly on the colder side of a late-January weather pattern, with an arctic cold front lingering across the region while precipitation chances stay limited heading into early February.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, the Jan. 24–Feb. 6 outlook places Minnesota near an equal-chance category for precipitation while temperatures trend below normal statewide. This setup favors prolonged cold with only sporadic opportunities for light snow rather than widespread winter storms.
Central Minnesota, including Minneapolis, St. Paul, and St. Cloud, is expected to see long stretches of dry but frigid weather. Any snowfall during this period is likely to be light and brief, with limited accumulation. Morning icy patches could still develop on untreated roads along I-94, I-35, and I-694 as overnight lows drop sharply.
Northern Minnesota, including Duluth, Bemidji, and the Iron Range, will likely experience the coldest conditions, though lake-effect snow signals remain muted due to limited moisture. Southern Minnesota, including Mankato and Rochester, may see slightly higher precipitation chances at times, though rain is unlikely given persistent cold.
The main concerns statewide will be cold-related impacts, including increased heating demand, frozen pipes, and dangerous wind chills during the coldest stretches. Travel disruptions are expected to be minor compared to more active regions farther south and east.
Below-normal temperatures are expected to persist into early February. While the pattern remains relatively quiet, officials note that even small shifts could introduce brief snow chances, and additional updates may be issued as conditions evolve.
