dailyloe.com – A winter weather advisory is active for Minnesota from midnight through Thursday morning. The National Weather Service warns of a dangerous mix of freezing rain, sleet, and snow. This system will create icy roads and hazardous travel conditions.
FOX 9 meteorologist Ian Leonard provided the latest forecast for the Twin Cities. He detailed a timeline for the incoming winter precipitation. The event is expected to peak during the overnight hours into Thursday’s morning commute.
Wednesday began quietly with temperatures in the mid-40s and increasing clouds. Isolated showers may reach western Minnesota by late afternoon. The main precipitation is forecast to arrive after sunset.
From 6 p.m. to midnight, light rain will mix with snow and sleet in the metro. Temperatures will hold in the upper 30s during this initial phase. The situation is expected to worsen after midnight.
Between midnight and 6 a.m. Thursday, sleet and freezing rain will become more widespread. This will lead to a significant accumulation of ice on untreated surfaces. The morning commute is anticipated to be particularly treacherous.
Another round of rain and snow is possible later in the week. This could arrive as early as Friday and continue into Saturday. Residents are advised to monitor forecasts for further updates.[]
Source: FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
