Minnesota greets the morning with a sharp, familiar February chill. Temperatures hover near 29 degrees in Minneapolis–St. Paul, and a light east breeze keeps wind chills in the mid-20s. Sidewalks crunch underfoot, and untreated patches still hold a thin icy sheen.
The good news? A steady thaw begins today.
Skies turn mostly sunny, and highs climb to 45 degrees by afternoon. That 16-degree jump will soften snowbanks and send meltwater trickling toward storm drains. Drivers should stay alert late in the day. Melted snow can refreeze quickly after sunset, especially on bridges and ramps along I-94 and I-35W. Flash freezing becomes more common this time of year.
Tonight falls back to around 29 degrees under mostly clear skies. Any standing water could turn slick by early Friday.
Friday stays bright and seasonably mild. Highs reach 44 degrees with light southwest winds. Roads remain mainly dry, but shaded spots may stay icy.
Valentine’s Day Saturday delivers the warmest air yet. Sunshine dominates, and highs approach 50 degrees. Outdoor dinner plans look comfortable by mid-February standards. Saturday night cools to near 30 with partly cloudy skies.
Sunday keeps the late-winter thaw going. Highs reach 48 degrees under mostly sunny skies. Washington’s Birthday trends even milder near 53 degrees. Early next week holds above-normal temperatures, with highs near 49 Tuesday and a 30 percent chance of rain. Tuesday night could mix rain and snow as temperatures dip toward the mid-30s. No significant accumulation is expected now, but it’s worth watching.
The 6–10 day outlook favors continued above-normal temperatures across Minnesota. A more active pattern may develop midweek, but true polar vortex cold stays absent for now.
Five-Day Outlook for Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN:
Friday: Sunny, high 44
Saturday: Sunny, high 50
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 48
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 53
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 49 (30% chance of rain)
