By 5:35 a.m. CST Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, clouds had settled in over Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport and the thermometer hovered around 12°F. Low clouds and a few flurries are sliding southeast across the metro, and forecasters say a bit of freezing drizzle is possible this morning, just enough to put a thin, sneaky glaze on untreated roads and bridges for the early drive. Temperatures should still crawl into the low to mid 20s by afternoon.
What To Expect Today
The National Weather Service expects skies to stay mostly cloudy through the day, with a high near 23°F and only light winds. Forecast discussion points to mostly light precipitation, with any freezing drizzle remaining spotty and accumulations minimal. Snow amounts are expected to stay under an inch, with the biggest headaches focused on the Wednesday morning commute.
Commute And Travel
Bridges and overpasses can ice up quickly when freezing drizzle shows up, so take it slow, leave extra room to stop, and watch for slick patches, especially on side streets that may not be treated yet. Before you head out, check current road conditions at MnDOT 511 and build in a little cushion time if you are driving. Transit riders may want to plan on a few extra minutes for transfers this morning too.
Warm Thursday, Gusty Winds
The National Weather Service says a noticeable warmup moves in Thursday, with highs jumping into the mid to upper 30s and a few spots flirting with the low 40s. Northwest winds are expected to crank up late Thursday into Friday, with gusts near 30 mph that could make things a bit bouncy for high profile vehicles. Temperatures look to dip slightly over the weekend, then nudge upward again early next week.
Plan Ahead
For now, the main issue is those slick spots early Wednesday, so plan the morning accordingly. Conditions turn drier and milder later in the week, but it is still winter out there, so keep an ice scraper and a basic winter roadside kit in your vehicle, and give the forecast a quick check before any evening trips.
