Minneapolis started Saturday on thin ice, literally, with light freezing drizzle and pockets of fog glazing untreated surfaces in low-lying neighborhoods. Temperatures hovered in the low 30s as the wintry mix moved through, but it is expected to taper off this morning before skies gradually clear. Once the precipitation shuts down, sunshine should nudge highs into the low 40s this afternoon. Early drivers should watch for glossy bridges and sneaky slick spots in the shade during the morning commute.
Morning Commute: Slick Spots, Short Burst Of Snow
Snow showers are likely before 8 a.m. Saturday, although new accumulation should stay mainly on grassy areas and generally under a half-inch, so most streets will end up wet instead of buried in plow piles. West-northwest winds around 10–15 mph will keep things feeling raw through midday. According to the NWS Twin Cities, the narrow wintry band will slide off to the east and clear the area later this morning.
Afternoon Winds And A Quick Weekend Warm-Up
By this afternoon, mostly sunny skies are on tap with a high near 43°F, a setup for a noticeably warmer Sunday as milder air lifts north into the region. A brief dry front is expected to slip through on Monday, and a more active system could spin in a mix of rain and snow showers from Tuesday into Wednesday, with the exact timing and precipitation type still subject to change as the week unfolds. Tonight, southwest winds may kick up some gusts, so it is a good idea to secure any lightweight outdoor items that are still out.
Travel Tips And Where To Check Conditions
If you need to drive this morning, build in extra time, ease up on the gas over bridges and overpasses, and stay alert for slushy or glazed patches in shaded and low-lying areas. For real-time road condition updates, check 511mn, and if you rely on buses or trains, keep an eye on Metro Transit rider alerts before heading out.
