Minnesota Weekend Winter Storms Bringing Rain, Snow, Sleet

There is a springtime winter storm bearing down on parts of Minnesota this weekend. 

Dual Winter Storms Set to Impact Northern Minnesota.

Residents of Northern Minnesota should prepare for a challenging weather weekend, with two consecutive storm systems bringing a complex mix of winter precipitation and potentially severe conditions.

Storm System Details:

First Storm (Tonight through Saturday Morning)

Potential precipitation types include snow, freezing rain, sleet, and thunderstorms
Winter Storm Watches and Winter Weather Advisories are currently in effect
The highest snow accumulation is expected in far northern regions.

Second Storm (Saturday Afternoon through Sunday Morning)

• Potential for additional winter precipitation
• Possible expansion of weather advisories
• Continued risk of snow accumulation

WINTER STORM WATCH: Northern Minnesota Counties
(Carlton, St. Louis, Cook, Lake Counties)

WHAT: Heavy mixed precipitation expected

• Up to 6 inches of snow/sleet
• Up to 1/4 inch of ice
• Wind gusts to 35 mph

AREAS: Includes Duluth, Two Harbors, Grand Marais, Hibbing, Silver Bay, and Tribal Lands

TIMING: Late tonight through Saturday morning

IMPACTS:

1. Likely power outages
2. Tree damage possible
3. Treacherous travel conditions
4. Hazardous morning and evening commutes

WORST-HIT AREAS: North Shore (Duluth to Silver Bay) and inland central counties.