A thin gray ceiling hangs over the metro before sunrise, and the air feels cold enough to remind you winter is close. Pavement still looks damp from earlier drizzle, and a light southwest breeze pushes pockets of chill through open spaces. Thanksgiving travel starts building this week, and many residents will want to plan out their next 72 hours carefully.
Road conditions stay stable today, but early-morning fliers at MSP should watch for brief patches of reduced visibility. Temperatures climb into the upper 40s this afternoon before easing back into the 20s tonight. That sharp drop could produce slick spots on bridges, so travelers should allow extra time after dark.
Friday brings brighter skies and calmer winds, creating a good window for local errands or early holiday departures. Highs reach the mid-40s with dry pavement—ideal weather for packing cars or prepping homes before guests arrive. Saturday stays mild for November, with highs near 51 and steady westerly breezes. It’s a solid stretch for outdoor cleanup, early decorating, or moving around the Twin Cities without disruption.
But the bigger Thanksgiving storyline sits just beyond the weekend. To be fair, models still vary, yet several hint at a Winter Tease next week—a weak system that could pull colder air south and open the door to a snow chance heading into Thanksgiving week. It’s too early to talk inches, but the pattern bears watching, especially for long-distance travelers.
Five-Day Outlook
Friday: Sunny, high near 45.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 51.
Sunday: Sunny, high 50.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 50.
Tuesday: 30–40% rain chance, high 47.
