Minneapolis residents should brace themselves for a week of dynamic weather, including chances of snow and mixed precipitation, according to recent forecasts. Today, the city expects increasing clouds with a high near 9 degrees, but the wind chill could slip as low as -12, contributing to a frosty atmosphere. "Light snow possible from western to southern MN this evening into tonight," as reported by the National Weather Service. Less than an inch of snow accumulation is expected overnight with cloudy conditions and a low around 3 degrees.
The week ahead poses additional challenges for commuters with the potential for hazardous travel conditions. Monday forecasts cloudy skies and a high near 26 degrees, but by Tuesday, snow is expected to start after noon, mixing with rain later in the day, with a high near 35 degrees. "Chance of precipitation is 80%," states the National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen, MN, with new snow accumulation of less than one inch possible. Tuesday night's forecast predicts an 80% chance of rain and snow, becoming all snow after 11 p.m., possibly affecting road conditions and visibility.
Midweek, temperatures will hover below freezing with a 20 percent chance of snow before noon on Wednesday. Residents should expect mostly cloudy conditions and a high near 24 degrees. However, the mercury will drop significantly by Thursday night, with lows around -3 degrees, hinting at the onset of bracing cold.
As the weekend approaches, the cold snap intensifies with Friday's high barely reaching 5 degrees and a low around -7 degrees. Saturday doesn't promise much reprieve, partly sunny and cold, with a high near 4 degrees. While snow chances persist through the week, "SKYWARN spotter activation will not be needed," indicating less severe conditions, as highlighted by the National Weather Service in their Hazardous Weather Outlook. Nevertheless, citizens should monitor updates and prepare for a chilly and potentially slippery week ahead.
