February sunshine with temperatures in the single-digits above zero for Sunday. An arctic high pressure system will usher in some of the coldest air of the season, with wind chill values plunging to 30, 40, and even 50 degrees below zero.
Much of the eastern U.S. is bracing for a renewed round of harsh, soggy weather, while snowstorms were predicted in the Northeast. Heavy winds are bringing the threat of tornadoes to the Mississippi Valley. Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia and Arkansas were under flood warnings.
A Valentine’s Day snowstorm made Minnesota lakes as beautiful as a love letter, but it also made roadways hazardous. The Minnesota State Patrol reported 385 crashes on statewide roads on Friday, including 25 with injuries.
A slight disturbance will bring light snow chances, primarily to areas near and east of the metro area, on Saturday night, with only minor accumulations expected. High pressure will then settle in, ushering in a harsh arctic air mass that will dominate the week, bringing extremely cold temperatures.
Expect temperatures close to seasonal averages this Saturday, with overcast skies. Flurries will gradually taper off, though some light snow showers may occur later Saturday night.
Federal workers at the home agency for the National Weather Service are concerned about a potential overhaul by Trump officials focused on cutting government costs.
This Valentine’s Day weekend we will feel the frosty embrace of winter as arctic air moves in by Sunday night. Expect snowfall chances through Friday afternoon and evening, with another possibility of light snow Saturday night.
When it comes to staying informed in Minnesota, our newsletters overdeliver. Sign-up now for headlines, breaking news, hometown stories, weather and much more. Delivered weekday mornings.