Minnesota – A crisp February bite hangs over the Twin Cities this morning, with temperatures near 31 degrees and light winds brushing across quiet neighborhoods. Side streets remain dry, but shaded sidewalks feel slick after a cold overnight freeze.
Sunshine takes over quickly today. Highs climb to near 48 degrees by afternoon as southwest winds stay light. That jump from near freezing to the upper 40s will feel dramatic. Snow piles soften under the midday sun, and minor meltwater may refreeze late tonight in colder pockets.
Tonight turns partly cloudy with lows near 30. Saturday brings more sunshine and a high near 50 degrees. It will feel more like early April than mid-February.
Saturday night dips to the upper 20s under partly cloudy skies. Sunday stays mostly sunny with highs again near 48. Washington’s Birthday looks even milder, with sunshine and highs around 53 degrees across Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Drivers should stay alert during early morning hours when temperatures hover near freezing. This is prime time for brief flash freezing on untreated roads and bridges.
Looking ahead, Tuesday introduces a 20 percent chance of rain during the afternoon as highs reach the low 50s. By Tuesday night, rain becomes likely with a 70 percent chance. Wednesday brings rain and snow likely, especially during the morning, with highs near 43. Some slushy accumulation is possible if temperatures dip closer to freezing.
The broader 6- to 10-day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across much of the Upper Midwest. That trend hints at sustained thaw conditions heading deeper into February.
Are you noticing more melt in your neighborhood today?
Five Day Outlook for Minneapolis–St. Paul, Minnesota:
Saturday: Sunny, high 50.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 48.
Monday (Washington’s Birthday): Sunny, high 53.
Tuesday: Chance of rain, high 52.
Wednesday: Rain and snow likely, high 43.
