Duluth, Minnesota – Northern Minnesota is expected to remain cold late next week, but the setup currently supports only limited snow chances, with no strong signals pointing toward a widespread or high-impact winter storm.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, northern Minnesota falls on the northern edge of a broader winter pattern from Saturday through the following Friday. While colder-than-normal temperatures are likely to persist, available moisture and storm tracks appear inconsistent, keeping snowfall potential on the lower end for now.
Along the North Shore, including Duluth and Two Harbors, brief snow showers are possible if weak systems move through Lake Superior’s influence. Any accumulation would likely be light, though untreated roads such as Highway 61 could briefly turn slick during early morning or overnight periods.
Farther inland, including Bemidji, International Falls, and the Iron Range, cold air will be firmly in place, but snowfall opportunities appear limited and spread out. Light snow or flurries may occur at times, though impacts are expected to be minimal without a stronger system.
Minnesota Department of Transportation officials advise residents to remain alert for changing road conditions, especially during colder overnight hours. While significant winter weather is not anticipated at this time, small shifts in storm track or moisture availability could prompt localized updates later next week.
