Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN – Dense fog clings to highways and fields across the Twin Cities early this morning, reducing visibility below a quarter mile in several spots. Headlights cut through a gray haze as commuters move slowly along I-35 and I-94 — a clear reminder that fall mornings can still catch drivers off guard. The Dense Fog Advisory from the National Weather Service remains in effect through mid-morning.
Once the fog lifts, a stretch of chilly, unsettled weather takes hold across Minnesota. Light rain chances return later today and again Friday, with highs barely reaching the upper 40s. Winds shift northwest behind a weak front, pulling in colder, drier air that sets the stage for a brief taste of early winter.
By Saturday morning, temperatures drop into the 30s, and a few sprinkles or flurries could mix in across parts of the metro and central Minnesota. Accumulation isn’t expected, but it may mark the first snow sighting of the season for some Twin Cities suburbs — a fitting preview for November.
Sunday turns brighter and breezy, with highs climbing back into the 50s. Early next week looks milder again, but long-range models hint at colder air returning by mid-November, possibly bringing a more widespread snow chance north of I-90.
For now, residents should plan for slow commutes in fog this morning, keep the jackets handy, and enjoy a brisk, changeable Halloween weekend that teases the arrival of true winter.
