Minnesota starts the morning under sharp winter cold, with breath hanging in the air and pavement creaking under tires. Wind chills bite early, and exposed skin feels the sting within minutes.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures hover near 13 degrees early, with wind chills near 4 above. East winds increase through the day, keeping the air crisp despite some sunshine. Highs struggle to reach the mid-20s, maintaining Winter conditions across the Twin Cities metro.
Tonight stays cold and mostly cloudy. Lows dip near 22, and untreated roads may refreeze after sunset. Drivers should watch bridges and ramps along I-94, I-35W, and Highway 52 for slick spots.
Sunday offers a noticeable shift. Skies turn partly sunny, and highs climb into the mid-30s. It will feel milder, though snowbanks soften during the day and refreeze again after dark. Sunday night lows settle near 27, continuing the freeze-thaw cycle that increases slip risks on sidewalks and parking lots.
Monday marks the clearest change. Mostly cloudy skies remain, but temperatures surge into the low 40s. Snowmelt accelerates, creating wet pavement and pooling water near storm drains. By Monday night, temperatures fall back near freezing, raising the chance for flash-freeze patches before the morning commute.
Tuesday cools slightly, with highs near 39 under mostly cloudy skies. Northwest winds return, drying surfaces but keeping mornings cold. By midweek, highs hover in the mid-30s, and light snow chances appear late Wednesday night into Thursday as another system brushes the region.
Looking ahead to the 6–10 day window, above-normal temperatures signal a broader February thaw across Minnesota. While Winter isn’t finished, the pattern favors fewer extreme cold snaps and more daytime melting.
Heading out early or commuting Monday night? Let us know what road conditions look like in your area.
Five-Day Outlook for Minneapolis–St. Paul, Minnesota
- Today: Partly sunny, high near 26.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 34.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, high near 42.
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 39.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 35.
