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Southern MN Sees Over 11 Inches of Snowfall
1 Dec
Summary
- Winter storm impacted Thanksgiving weekend travel across southern Minnesota.
- Minnesota City reported over 11 inches, the highest recorded total.
- Subzero temperatures and more snow are forecast for the upcoming week.

Southern Minnesota experienced a significant winter storm from Friday night into early Sunday, bringing substantial snowfall totals and disrupting Thanksgiving weekend travel. The heaviest accumulations were concentrated in the southern parts of the state, with Minnesota City reporting over 11 inches of snow. Other areas like Rochester and Northfield saw around 8 inches.
While the storm largely bypassed western and northern regions, the Twin Cities metro area received between 2 to 7 inches. As the system departs, Minnesota is bracing for a sharp drop in temperatures, with highs expected in the teens and potential subzero overnight lows by Thursday.
Looking ahead, the forecast indicates continued chances for snow throughout the week. Light snow is anticipated Tuesday night into Wednesday, with additional systems possibly bringing snow on Friday and Saturday. Colder weather will persist with the ongoing chances of precipitation.




