Twin Cities face overnight storms, midweek wintry mix
FOX 9 forecasts that the Twin Cities could see thunderstorms overnight Sunday into early Monday (roughly midnight to 6 a.m.), followed by a rain–snow mix Wednesday and a stretch of rain with some wet snow on Thursday into Friday, though significant accumulation in the metro is not currently expected. At the same time, northern Minnesota is under a patchwork of winter weather advisories, winter storm warnings and blizzard warnings through at least Wednesday, with heavy, dense snow that began Tuesday evening and North Shore totals that could reach 18 inches and make travel inadvisable. By Thursday night, forecasters expect snow to shift into southern Minnesota, while additional lake‑effect snow is likely along Lake Superior on Friday. Metro temperatures will hover in the low‑ to mid‑30s through the week before conditions calm down by Saturday. For Twin Cities residents, that means potentially slick commutes, loud overnight storms, and rapidly changing conditions while relatives or travelers headed north face much more serious winter driving hazards.
📌 Key Facts
- Twin Cities could see thunderstorms between about midnight and 6 a.m. overnight into Monday.
- Northern Minnesota is under winter weather advisories, winter storm warnings and blizzard warnings with snow ongoing into Wednesday night.
- North Shore areas could see up to 18 inches of snow, and travel there is "not advised."
- A rain–snow mix is possible in the Twin Cities Wednesday, with mainly rain and some wet snow Thursday into Friday and temps in the 30s.
📊 Relevant Data
The average temperature in February 2025 for the Midwest, including Minnesota, was 23.3 degrees F, which is 3 degrees F below normal and lower than the forecasted mid to low 30s for the Twin Cities in this event.
Monthly Climate Reports | February 2025 — NCEI - NOAA
Average snowfall in northeastern Minnesota in February ranges over 16 inches, providing context for the forecasted up to 18 inches on the North Shore.
Climate Summary for February — Minnesota WeatherTalk
In February, Minneapolis typically sees minimal rainfall, starting the month at 0.1 inches and rarely exceeding 0.4 inches, indicating that thunderstorms are uncommon during this period.
Minneapolis February Weather, Average Temperature (Minnesota ... — WeatherSpark
Mixed weather patterns in Minnesota during February, including snow, rain, and thunderstorms, can be caused by temperature swings and the interaction of cold air with incoming moisture, leading to freezing rain or thunderstorms in warmer sectors.
Icy, Slushy, and Wet, February 27, 2023 — Minnesota DNR
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