Twin Cities, MN – A mild but gloomy weather pattern will continue across the Twin Cities through Christmas Day, with clouds and the potential for drizzle or freezing drizzle impacting the region.
According to the National Weather Service Twin Cities, mostly cloudy skies will persist for the remainder of the week. Drizzle or freezing drizzle is possible tonight and may continue into Christmas Day, which could create slick spots on untreated roads and sidewalks, especially during the overnight and early morning hours.
Today’s high temperatures are expected to range from 30 to 40 degrees, with southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph. Overnight lows will dip into the 20s to near 30 degrees, allowing for the potential of freezing drizzle in some areas.
On Christmas Day, conditions will remain mostly cloudy with areas of drizzle possible. High temperatures are again forecast to reach 30 to 40 degrees, with lows ranging from the upper 20s to mid-30s. Light east winds are expected.
Friday will bring similar conditions, with mostly cloudy skies and continued chances for drizzle. Highs are forecast to climb slightly higher, into the mid-30s to mid-40s, before colder air begins to return later in the weekend.
While snowfall is not expected, the National Weather Service cautions that even light drizzle or freezing drizzle can create hazardous travel conditions, particularly during early morning hours. Drivers should remain alert for slick roads and reduced visibility under low cloud cover.
This forecast is especially relevant for holiday travelers, early-morning commuters, and those attending Christmas gatherings across the Twin Cities metro.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts and exercise caution when traveling during periods of drizzle or freezing drizzle.
