Duluth drivers and residents should prepare for steady showers and breezy winds Wednesday, July 16, which could impact road conditions and outdoor plans. Showers are likely mainly before 10 a.m., with winds gusting up to 25 mph, increasing risks for wet and slick surfaces across Duluth and St. Louis County.
According to the National Weather Service, precipitation chances stand at 60% Wednesday, with rainfall totals between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Northeasterly winds will blow at 15 mph, gusting up to 25 mph. Motorists on key routes, including Highway 61 and Interstate 35, should use caution, especially during morning commutes.
Beyond Wednesday, Thursday offers a break with sunny skies and a high near 71°F. However, Friday brings a slight chance of afternoon showers, followed by increased rain and thunderstorms Friday night into the weekend. Southeast winds around 5 to 10 mph will accompany these summer showers, possibly disrupting weekend plans.
Residents are advised to keep devices charged and monitor local updates as showers may affect outdoor events and travel through Monday, July 21. Use this midweek break to prepare for the wetter conditions ahead and avoid non-essential travel during stormy periods.
Five-Day Duluth Forecast:
- Wednesday: Showers likely before 10 a.m., breezy, high near 59°F
- Wednesday Night: Chance of showers, low around 51°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 71°F
- Friday: Slight chance of showers after 1 p.m., mostly sunny, high near 72°F
- Friday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely, low near 58°F
- Saturday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m., high near 72°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 72°F
- Monday: Slight chance of showers, partly sunny, high near 72°F
