Minnesota is set to experience a light snowfall on Wednesday morning, which will clear up by late afternoon, allowing for some sunshine to emerge. As the day progresses, temperatures will decrease, reaching single digits by midnight across central and southern regions, with even colder conditions in the northern areas.
For New Year’s Eve, the forecast indicates the possibility of light snow, particularly along the Interstate 94 corridor in the morning. Accumulations could reach up to an inch before the weather begins to improve later in the day. With a light northwest breeze blowing at 10-20 mph, morning temperatures will start in the 20s but are expected to fall into the low teens by late afternoon.
As night falls, the temperature will continue to drop, preparing residents for a quiet and frigid New Year’s Eve. By midnight, the mercury could dip into the single digits in central and southern Minnesota and even lower in the north.
Looking ahead, another chance for light snow is on the horizon for Thursday morning followed by a predominantly cloudy day. However, Friday is expected to bring a respite from the weather, offering more sunshine and temperatures in the teens. Saturday may see the return of light snow flurries, while temperatures will reach the upper teens. Sunday should bring patchy sunshine and highs in the upper 20s, leading to a milder week next week, with temperatures projected to climb into the 30s.
This shift toward milder conditions offers hope as Minnesotans prepare to embrace the new year, signaling a return to more comfortable temperatures in the days ahead.