Day
Wednesday
Date
December 17, 2025
Region
Twin Cities
Weather
32°F (feels 26°F) Snow after 7pm
Sunset
4:36pm

Weather — Twin Cities Metro

WEATHER STATUS: Winter weather advisory in effect after 7pm

SECTION BRIEF

CURRENT CONDITIONS

Temperature
32°F (feels like 26°)
Wind
NW 18 mph (gusts to 25 mph)
Snow Chance
70% after 7pm

Winter Weather Advisory After 7pm

An advisory indicates conditions that may cause travel difficulties. The most likely impact window begins after 7pm, when temperatures are near freezing and surfaces cool quickly after sunset.

If you can, move errands earlier. If you must drive later, plan for slower intersections and more stopping distance.

Type: Advisory

Expires: When condition ends

Updated: 12 minutes ago

Sources: National Weather Service (Tier 1) (external site)

Wind Gusts Revised Upward After Sunset

Gusty winds increase the chance of reduced visibility and localized drifting in open areas. The current forecast indicates gusts may reach the mid-20s mph after sunset.

What changed: Gust estimate revised to 25 mph after sunset.

Type: Update

Expires: Inherits parent story expiration

Updated: 12 minutes ago

Sources: Open-Meteo (Tier 2) (external site) NWS (Tier 1) (external site)

MAPS

Radar

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NWS Radar (external site)

Snow Accumulation

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NWS Forecast Maps (external site)

Temperature Gradient

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NWS Temperature Maps (external site)