Residents of Minneapolis and surrounding regions are looking at a cloudy week ahead, with chances of fog and a wintry mix of precipitation. According to the forecast from the National Weather Service, Minneapolis can expect foggy evenings starting today and potentially hazardous weather conditions as the week progresses.
The forecast details temperatures hovering just around freezing today, with a high near 32 degrees and light winds from the East. Tonight, visibility may be reduced with patchy fog expected to develop after 8pm. Ambiguously speaking to the weather, an area-wide fog is set to roll in by tonight, lingering into Wednesday morning. On Thursday, there's a slight chance of rain with cloudy skies continuing and highs peaking near 37 degrees.
The above normal temperatures continue for the rest of the week. Fog today, especially in southern Minnesota. More widespread fog tonight. Wintry mix possible, mainly east of I-35 Wednesday. #mnwx #wiwx pic.twitter.com/m2qacbimzR
— NWS Twin Cities (@NWSTwinCities) January 23, 2024
Throughout the remainder of the week, Minneapolis will not be seeing a significant change in the skies with mostly cloudy conditions prevailing, and highs remaining steady in the upper 30s. However, a shift is anticipated as the National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the area.
There's a looming risk of a wintry mix, including rain, snow, and freezing rain, between Wednesday and Thursday, especially targeting southern Minnesota and west central Wisconsin. While cloud cover and patchy fog may seem benign, they lay the groundwork for the potentially slick and precarious conditions to follow. Despite the treacherous dance of wintry elements, the Hazardous Weather Outlook states that "SKYWARN spotter activation will not be needed." Residents should stay alert to updates as the week's weather unfolds.
