Duluth, MN – Minnesota residents are waking up to a crisp fall morning today, with sunny skies marking Columbus Day across the Northland. However, forecasters predict that the calm conditions will be short-lived, as showers and cooler air are set to return by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, a 50% chance of showers is expected across the Twin Ports area by Wednesday night. As the week progresses, breezy conditions are likely to develop, particularly on Thursday and Friday, with winds from the southwest potentially reaching 20 mph. This will add a chill to the air, creating slick travel conditions along U.S. Highway 53 and I-35 during periods of rain.
Commuters and leaf-peepers are advised to plan accordingly, as the region prepares for a shift toward a wetter, cooler pattern later this week. For those hoping to take in early fall color tours or visit pumpkin patches, Tuesday will offer the best conditions before the clouds and gusts move in.
5-Day Forecast for Duluth and Surrounding Lake Superior Communities:
- Monday (Columbus Day): Sunny and breezy, with a high near 60°F.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 51°F.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny early, turning cloudy, with a high near 54°F.
- Thursday: Showers likely, breezy, with a high near 60°F.
- Friday: Chance of showers, with a high near 65°F.
As fall progresses, be sure to stay updated on changing weather conditions and prepare for an increase in rain and wind.
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