Minnesota – Windshields glisten under streetlights this morning as mist and drizzle hover just above freezing. The air feels raw, visibility drops fast, and winter hazards are already forming on untreated roads.
Early today, areas of fog and freezing drizzle create slick spots across the Twin Cities. Temperatures hover in the mid-30s, a narrow window that allows light ice to develop. Drivers on I-94, I-35W, and I-494 should expect reduced visibility and patchy black ice through the morning commute. Slow down and increase following distance.
Conditions improve slightly by midday as drizzle fades. Skies stay mostly cloudy, with highs near the upper 30s. Roads may look wet but could still freeze after sunset. Tonight turns colder, with patchy fog returning and temperatures slipping near freezing again.
Saturday brings a brief break. Clouds linger, but highs climb into the low 40s. Travel conditions improve for most of the day, offering a calmer window for holiday errands. That window closes quickly after dark as colder air moves in.
Sunday marks a sharp turn toward winter. Snow chances increase during the day, accompanied by strengthening northwest winds. Gusts may exceed 30 mph, reducing visibility and causing blowing snow, especially in open areas. Highs hover near freezing before falling late. Travel conditions deteriorate quickly by afternoon and evening.
Sunday night turns blustery and bitter. Snow tapers, but temperatures plunge into the single digits. Wind chills fall well below zero, making exposed travel uncomfortable and potentially dangerous.
Monday stays frigid, with highs near 16 degrees and lingering gusts. Roads may refreeze, especially where snowmelt occurred earlier. By New Year’s Eve on Wednesday, cold air remains locked in place, with highs only in the teens and quiet but icy conditions expected for evening plans.
Plan extra time if traveling Sunday. Keep emergency supplies in your vehicle and watch for rapidly changing conditions. How slick did roads feel in your area this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN
Today: Fog and freezing drizzle early. High near 37°.
Saturday: Mostly cloudy, milder. High near 42°.
Sunday: Chance of snow, windy. High near 32°.
Monday: Partly sunny, blustery, cold. High near 16°.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, bitter cold. High near 30°.
