× Special Weather Statement
Until 2024-10-30T15:00:00-05:00 • National Weather Service
Despite the record warm temperatures this week, significant changes are coming by late tonight as widespread rain overspreads Minnesota and Wisconsin. Much colder air will gradually work in through Thursday and rain will mix with or turn to all snow late tonight or early Thursday. The snow may be heavy at times, leading to potentially hazardous travel. A narrow band of heavy snow appears likely, with at least a few inches of slushy accumulation possible under it. However, confidence remains low where the heaviest portion of the band will develop. Current indications suggest somewhere from central Minnesota into northern Wisconsin. If snow rates exceed an inch per hour, travel could be impacted. Due to recent warm conditions, temperatures remaining in the low to mid 30s, and most of the event occurring during daylight hours, areas outside of the heaviest portion of the band will probably not see much, or any accumulation. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. If you plan to travel Thursday, be prepared to encounter rapidly changing conditions.