Duluth, Minnesota – Dangerous cold is settling across the most populated stretch of northeastern Minnesota, with Duluth and surrounding Northland communities facing subzero wind chills through Tuesday that could turn even short trips outside into a health risk.
According to the National Weather Service office in Duluth, most of the region will see wind chills below zero until Tuesday afternoon, with the coldest readings expected during the early morning hours Monday and Tuesday. Minimum wind chills are projected to range from 15 below zero to 25 below zero, with the sharpest cold reaching parts of inland northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin.
Duluth stands out as the farthest-reaching population center in this setup because its impact extends beyond the city itself into Hermantown, Superior, Two Harbors, Cloquet and other heavily traveled Northland corridors. Roads may stay mainly dry, but the danger comes from exposure. Waiting for a bus, walking into work, clearing snow or dealing with a stalled vehicle could become hazardous in minutes, especially near the shoreline where wind adds to the bite.
Farther inland, communities such as Hibbing, Ely and International Falls are likely to see even harsher early morning conditions. Schools, outdoor job sites and anyone with livestock or pets will need to take extra precautions. Layered clothing, insulated gloves, face coverings and limiting time outdoors will be important through Tuesday morning.
The cold is expected to ease gradually Tuesday afternoon, but more statements or advisories could follow if winds stay elevated or temperatures drop more than expected.
Five-Day Forecast for Duluth, Minnesota
Sunday night: Much colder, windy at times, wind chills below zero.
Monday: Bitterly cold with subzero wind chills lingering through the day.
Monday night: Frigid again, with the coldest wind chills early Tuesday.
Tuesday: Cold start, then slow improvement by afternoon.
Wednesday: Less severe cold, with quieter conditions returning.
