Winter has locked in over Minnesota, and it’s not letting go anytime soon. Bitter air continues to grip the Twin Cities and surrounding areas, with temperatures plunging well below normal through the rest of the week.
The National Weather Service in the Twin Cities warns that the coldest stretch of the season so far will arrive late Wednesday night into early Thursday, when record lows are possible for many communities outside the metro area. Temperatures will dip between -15°F and -5°F, with wind chills even lower.
Today brings increasing clouds and a few light snow showers late in the evening. Highs will barely reach the upper 20s, then fall into the teens overnight. By Wednesday, skies turn mostly sunny but the air remains biting — most spots won’t make it above the low 20s.
The deep freeze settles in fully by Thursday morning. Roads will stay mostly dry, but any lingering moisture could refreeze quickly, especially in shaded or rural areas. Drivers should use caution on early commutes, as black ice can form even with limited snowfall.
Friday into Saturday offers a modest rebound — temperatures may approach the freezing mark, though scattered snow showers are likely both days. Little to no accumulation is expected, but visibility may briefly drop during flurries.
Meteorologists say the pattern remains locked into Arctic mode through the weekend, with highs mostly in the teens and 20s and lows in the single digits. The first full week of December looks wintry and dry, with no major storms but plenty of cold.
Bundle up, Minnesota — it’s a week for heavy coats, warm gloves, and cautious travel. How cold did it get in your neighborhood this morning?
