Minnesota Braces for Coldest Air Since April
The coldest air since April is moving into Minnesota today, with daytime temperatures expected to reach around 40 degrees and overnight lows dropping into the 20s and teens across the state, including the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area.
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, November 12, 2026 — Minnesota is set to experience a significant drop in temperatures today as the coldest air mass since April makes its arrival across the state. Residents can expect daytime highs to hover around the 40-degree mark.
The shift in weather patterns will bring notably colder conditions overnight, with temperatures anticipated to fall into the 20s and teens. This cooling trend is expected to affect all regions of Minnesota, including the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul.
The incoming cold air signifies a clear departure from recent warmer weather, marking a seasonal transition. The atmospheric conditions driving this change are bringing frigid air from northern regions southward, impacting daily life and potentially influencing outdoor activities.
Officials have not provided specific advisories beyond the temperature forecast, but residents are advised to prepare for colder conditions. The extent of this cold spell and its duration will be closely monitored by meteorologists.
Story summarized from the original created by Ken Barlow on kstp.com, see more information here.
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