Station Name: Rochester 3W - 45th St SW
Data Source: USGS

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,020 feet

Nearest Address:
625 45th Ave SW
Rochester, MN 55902
Olmsted County

GPS Coordinates: 44.0172, -92.5322

Nearby Water Temperatures

Dense Fog Advisory issued December 27 at 6:29PM CST until December 28 at 12:00PM CST by NWS La Crosse WI

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 6:29 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Visibility 1/4 mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...Until noon CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 27 at 2:17PM CST until December 29 at 9:00AM CST by NWS La Crosse WI

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 2:17 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 3:15 AM

...WINTER STORM BRINGS HAZARDOUS TRAVEL SUNDAY, SUNDAY NIGHT... .A potent winter storm will bring several inches of snow to the region along with northwest winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Blowing and drifting is expected with near blizzard conditions possible over the open and unsheltered locations of southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa. Drizzle moves in intially but transitions to a wintry mix and then snow from the west to east Sunday morning into the afternoon. Snow will fall across all areas by the evening. Temperatures fall off rapidly during the day Sunday in the wake of a passing cold front, freezing standing water and untreated wet surfaces. Winds will also be on the increase by Sunday afternoon, staying strong and gusty into Monday morning. Travel will be slippery to treacherous for many locations, dangerous in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be prepared to alter or cancel travel plans. Check on road conditions before venturing out. * WHAT...Snow with accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Dodge, Fillmore, Mower, and Olmsted Counties. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

Blizzard Warning issued December 27 at 9:48PM CST until December 29 at 9:00AM CST by NWS La Crosse WI

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 9:48 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 6:00 AM

...WINTER STORM BRINGS HAZARDOUS TRAVEL SUNDAY AFTERNOON INTO MONDAY MORNING... .A potent winter storm will bring widespread moderate to heavy snow to the region along with northwest winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Blowing and drifting is expected with blizzard conditions likely over the open and unsheltered locations of southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa. Rain during the morning transitions to a wintry mix and then snow from the west to east through Sunday afternoon. Snow will fall across all areas by the evening. Temperatures fall off rapidly during the day Sunday in the wake of a passing cold front, freezing standing water and untreated wet surfaces. Winds will also be on the increase by Sunday afternoon, staying strong and gusty into Monday morning. Travel will be slippery to treacherous for many locations, dangerous in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be prepared to alter or cancel travel plans. Check on road conditions before venturing out. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected with total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Dodge, Fillmore, Mower, and Olmsted Counties. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The worst of the blizzard conditions are likely to be Sunday evening into Monday morning.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

Dense Fog Advisory issued December 28 at 4:45AM CST until December 28 at 12:00PM CST by NWS La Crosse WI

Effective: Sun December 28, 2025, 4:45 AM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Visibility 1/4 mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa, southeast Minnesota, and central, southwest, and west central Wisconsin. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.

Blizzard Warning issued December 28 at 3:11AM CST until December 29 at 9:00AM CST by NWS La Crosse WI

Effective: Sun December 28, 2025, 3:11 AM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:00 PM

...WINTER STORM BRINGS HAZARDOUS TRAVEL THIS AFTERNOON INTO MONDAY MORNING... .A potent winter storm brings widespread moderate to heavy snow and strong northwest winds gusting near 45 mph. Blowing and drifting snow will result in blizzard conditions for open and unsheltered locations of southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa. Initial rain quickly switches to snow from west to east through the afternoon hours with snowfall rates in excess of 1" per hour possible through the evening hours. Rapidly decreasing temperatures through the afternoon will freeze standing water and untreated wet surfaces. Travel will be hazardous to treacherous for many locations and dangerous in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be prepared to alter or cancel travel plans. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota. * WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. In Iowa, visit 511ia.org for road conditions. In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 27 at 2:17PM CST until December 29 at 9:00AM CST by NWS La Crosse WI

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 2:17 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 3:15 AM

...WINTER STORM BRINGS HAZARDOUS TRAVEL SUNDAY, SUNDAY NIGHT... .A potent winter storm will bring several inches of snow to the region along with northwest winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Blowing and drifting is expected with near blizzard conditions possible over the open and unsheltered locations of southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa. Drizzle moves in intially but transitions to a wintry mix and then snow from the west to east Sunday morning into the afternoon. Snow will fall across all areas by the evening. Temperatures fall off rapidly during the day Sunday in the wake of a passing cold front, freezing standing water and untreated wet surfaces. Winds will also be on the increase by Sunday afternoon, staying strong and gusty into Monday morning. Travel will be slippery to treacherous for many locations, dangerous in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be prepared to alter or cancel travel plans. Check on road conditions before venturing out. * WHAT...Snow with accumulations between 5 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Wabasha and Winona Counties. In Wisconsin, Buffalo County. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin, visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 27 at 9:48PM CST until December 29 at 9:00AM CST by NWS La Crosse WI

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 9:48 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 6:00 AM

...WINTER STORM BRINGS HAZARDOUS TRAVEL SUNDAY AFTERNOON INTO MONDAY MORNING... .A potent winter storm will bring widespread moderate to heavy snow to the region along with northwest winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Blowing and drifting is expected with blizzard conditions likely over the open and unsheltered locations of southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa. Rain during the morning transitions to a wintry mix and then snow from the west to east through Sunday afternoon. Snow will fall across all areas by the evening. Temperatures fall off rapidly during the day Sunday in the wake of a passing cold front, freezing standing water and untreated wet surfaces. Winds will also be on the increase by Sunday afternoon, staying strong and gusty into Monday morning. Travel will be slippery to treacherous for many locations, dangerous in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be prepared to alter or cancel travel plans. Check on road conditions before venturing out. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected with total snow accumulations between 7 and 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Wabasha and Winona Counties. In Wisconsin, Buffalo County. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin, visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 28 at 3:11AM CST until December 29 at 9:00AM CST by NWS La Crosse WI

Effective: Sun December 28, 2025, 3:11 AM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 12:00 PM

...WINTER STORM BRINGS HAZARDOUS TRAVEL THIS AFTERNOON INTO MONDAY MORNING... .A potent winter storm brings widespread moderate to heavy snow and strong northwest winds gusting near 45 mph. Blowing and drifting snow will result in blizzard conditions for open and unsheltered locations of southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa. Initial rain quickly switches to snow from west to east through the afternoon hours with snowfall rates in excess of 1" per hour possible through the evening hours. Rapidly decreasing temperatures through the afternoon will freeze standing water and untreated wet surfaces. Travel will be hazardous to treacherous for many locations and dangerous in others where blowing and drifting is widespread. Be prepared to alter or cancel travel plans. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Wabasha and Winona Counties. In Wisconsin, Buffalo County. * WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. In Minnesota, visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin, visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

Dense Fog Advisory issued December 27 at 6:28PM CST until December 28 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 6:28 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Visibility as low as one quarter mile in dense fog. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, southeast, southwest, and west central Minnesota and northwest and west central Wisconsin. * WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 27 at 1:51PM CST until December 29 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 1:51 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 3:15 AM

...ACCUMULATING SNOW AND STRONG WINDS EXPECTED TO BRING BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TO PORTIONS OF CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN MINNESOTA LATE SUNDAY MORNING AND SUNDAY NIGHT... .A developing winter storm over the Northern Plains today will become much stronger as it moves across the Upper Midwest Sunday and Sunday night. Snow will develop over western Minnesota near sunrise, with a rain/snow mix developing farther east. The rain/snow mix across eastern Minnesota and Wisconsin will quickly turn to snow as colder air moves in mid to late morning. Steady snow will continue through late Sunday night. Accumulations of 5 to 8 inches are forecast across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, with amounts tapering off to a couple inches across far western Minnesota. In addition, strong northwest winds gusting to 45 to 55 mph are expected by Sunday afternoon, leading to blizzard conditions in open areas of central and southern Minnesota through Sunday night. A Blizzard Warning is in effect in a corridor from Alexandra and Long Prairie, south to Hutchinson and the far southwestern Twin Cities metro, to the Mankato and Albert Lea areas. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the rest of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. A Winter Storm Watch continues for far western Minnesota where blizzard conditions are less certain due to lighter snow accumulations. * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Benton, Morrison, Sherburne, Anoka, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Ramsey, Washington, and Goodhue Counties. * WHEN...From 9 AM Sunday to 6 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. In Minnesota, call 5 1 1 or visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin, call 5 1 1 or visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 27 at 9:47PM CST until December 29 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 9:47 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 10:00 AM

...ACCUMULATING SNOW AND STRONG WINDS EXPECTED TO BRING BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TO PORTIONS OF WESTERN, CENTRAL, AND SOUTHERN MINNESOTA LATE SUNDAY MORNING AND SUNDAY NIGHT... .A developing winter storm over the Northern Plains this evening will become much stronger as it moves across the Upper Midwest Sunday and Sunday night. Snow will develop over western Minnesota near sunrise, with a rain/snow mix developing farther east. The rain/snow mix across eastern Minnesota and Wisconsin will quickly turn to snow as colder air moves in mid to late morning. Steady snow will continue through late Sunday night. Accumulations of 5 to 9 inches are forecast across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, with amounts tapering off to a couple inches across far western Minnesota. In addition, strong northwest winds gusting to 45 to 55 mph are expected by Sunday afternoon, leading to blizzard conditions in open areas of central and southern Minnesota through Sunday night. A Blizzard Warning is in effect in a corridor from Morris and Long Prairie, south to Granite Falls and the far southwestern Twin Cities metro, to the Mankato and Albert Lea areas. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the rest of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, and southeast Minnesota and northwest and west central Wisconsin. * WHEN...From 9 AM Sunday to 6 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. In Minnesota, call 5 1 1 or visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin, call 5 1 1 or visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 28 at 4:53AM CST until December 29 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Effective: Sun December 28, 2025, 4:53 AM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 5:00 PM

...MAJOR WINTER STORM TO BRING BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TO PORTIONS OF WESTERN AND SOUTHERN MINNESOTA ALONG WITH POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT ACCUMULATING SNOW TO CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN MINNESOTA INTO WESTERN WISCONSIN LATE THIS MORNING THROUGH MONDAY MORNING... .A developing potent winter storm over the Central Plains this morning will become much stronger as it moves toward the Great Lakes through Monday morning. Snow will develop over western Minnesota near sunrise, with a rain/snow mix developing farther east. The rain/snow mix across eastern Minnesota and Wisconsin will quickly turn to snow later this morning as temperatures drop during the daylight hours. Steady snow will continue through early Monday morning. Accumulations of 6 to 10 inches are forecast across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, with amounts tapering off to a few inches across far western Minnesota. In addition, strong northwest winds gusting to 45 to 55 mph are expected by this evening, leading to blizzard conditions in open areas of central and southern Minnesota through early Monday morning. A Blizzard Warning is in effect in a corridor from Morris and Long Prairie, south to Granite Falls and the far southwestern Twin Cities metro, to the Mankato and Albert Lea areas. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the rest of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Travel conditions will become dangerous later today through early Monday morning. Alternative travel plans should be considered. * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Minnesota and northwest and west central Wisconsin. * WHEN...From noon today to 9 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. In Minnesota, call 5 1 1 or visit 511mn.org for road conditions. In Wisconsin, call 5 1 1 or visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

Blizzard Warning issued December 27 at 1:51PM CST until December 29 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 1:51 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 3:15 AM

...ACCUMULATING SNOW AND STRONG WINDS EXPECTED TO BRING BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TO PORTIONS OF CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN MINNESOTA LATE SUNDAY MORNING AND SUNDAY NIGHT... .A developing winter storm over the Northern Plains today will become much stronger as it moves across the Upper Midwest Sunday and Sunday night. Snow will develop over western Minnesota near sunrise, with a rain/snow mix developing farther east. The rain/snow mix across eastern Minnesota and Wisconsin will quickly turn to snow as colder air moves in mid to late morning. Steady snow will continue through late Sunday night. Accumulations of 5 to 8 inches are forecast across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, with amounts tapering off to a couple inches across far western Minnesota. In addition, strong northwest winds gusting to 45 to 55 mph are expected by Sunday afternoon, leading to blizzard conditions in open areas of central and southern Minnesota through Sunday night. A Blizzard Warning is in effect in a corridor from Alexandra and Long Prairie, south to Hutchinson and the far southwestern Twin Cities metro, to the Mankato and Albert Lea areas. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the rest of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. A Winter Storm Watch continues for far western Minnesota where blizzard conditions are less certain due to lighter snow accumulations. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...From 9 AM Sunday to 6 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

Blizzard Warning issued December 27 at 9:47PM CST until December 29 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 9:47 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 10:00 AM

...ACCUMULATING SNOW AND STRONG WINDS EXPECTED TO BRING BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TO PORTIONS OF WESTERN, CENTRAL, AND SOUTHERN MINNESOTA LATE SUNDAY MORNING AND SUNDAY NIGHT... .A developing winter storm over the Northern Plains this evening will become much stronger as it moves across the Upper Midwest Sunday and Sunday night. Snow will develop over western Minnesota near sunrise, with a rain/snow mix developing farther east. The rain/snow mix across eastern Minnesota and Wisconsin will quickly turn to snow as colder air moves in mid to late morning. Steady snow will continue through late Sunday night. Accumulations of 5 to 9 inches are forecast across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, with amounts tapering off to a couple inches across far western Minnesota. In addition, strong northwest winds gusting to 45 to 55 mph are expected by Sunday afternoon, leading to blizzard conditions in open areas of central and southern Minnesota through Sunday night. A Blizzard Warning is in effect in a corridor from Morris and Long Prairie, south to Granite Falls and the far southwestern Twin Cities metro, to the Mankato and Albert Lea areas. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the rest of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, and west central Minnesota. * WHEN...From 9 AM Sunday to 6 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

Blizzard Warning issued December 28 at 4:53AM CST until December 29 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Effective: Sun December 28, 2025, 4:53 AM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 5:00 PM

...MAJOR WINTER STORM TO BRING BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TO PORTIONS OF WESTERN AND SOUTHERN MINNESOTA ALONG WITH POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT ACCUMULATING SNOW TO CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN MINNESOTA INTO WESTERN WISCONSIN LATE THIS MORNING THROUGH MONDAY MORNING... .A developing potent winter storm over the Central Plains this morning will become much stronger as it moves toward the Great Lakes through Monday morning. Snow will develop over western Minnesota near sunrise, with a rain/snow mix developing farther east. The rain/snow mix across eastern Minnesota and Wisconsin will quickly turn to snow later this morning as temperatures drop during the daylight hours. Steady snow will continue through early Monday morning. Accumulations of 6 to 10 inches are forecast across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, with amounts tapering off to a few inches across far western Minnesota. In addition, strong northwest winds gusting to 45 to 55 mph are expected by this evening, leading to blizzard conditions in open areas of central and southern Minnesota through early Monday morning. A Blizzard Warning is in effect in a corridor from Morris and Long Prairie, south to Granite Falls and the far southwestern Twin Cities metro, to the Mankato and Albert Lea areas. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the rest of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Travel conditions will become dangerous later today through early Monday morning. Alternative travel plans should be considered. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Sibley, Carver, Scott, Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Freeborn, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Rice, Steele, Waseca, and Watonwan Counties. * WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 9 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511mn.org for road conditions.

Dense Fog Advisory issued December 27 at 6:29PM CST until December 28 at 12:00PM CST by NWS La Crosse WI

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 6:29 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Visibility 1/4 mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Portions of central, southwest, and west central Wisconsin. * WHEN...Until noon CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.

If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 27 at 1:51PM CST until December 29 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 1:51 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 3:15 AM

...ACCUMULATING SNOW AND STRONG WINDS EXPECTED TO BRING BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TO PORTIONS OF CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN MINNESOTA LATE SUNDAY MORNING AND SUNDAY NIGHT... .A developing winter storm over the Northern Plains today will become much stronger as it moves across the Upper Midwest Sunday and Sunday night. Snow will develop over western Minnesota near sunrise, with a rain/snow mix developing farther east. The rain/snow mix across eastern Minnesota and Wisconsin will quickly turn to snow as colder air moves in mid to late morning. Steady snow will continue through late Sunday night. Accumulations of 5 to 8 inches are forecast across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, with amounts tapering off to a couple inches across far western Minnesota. In addition, strong northwest winds gusting to 45 to 55 mph are expected by Sunday afternoon, leading to blizzard conditions in open areas of central and southern Minnesota through Sunday night. A Blizzard Warning is in effect in a corridor from Alexandra and Long Prairie, south to Hutchinson and the far southwestern Twin Cities metro, to the Mankato and Albert Lea areas. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the rest of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. A Winter Storm Watch continues for far western Minnesota where blizzard conditions are less certain due to lighter snow accumulations. * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Rusk, Chippewa, Dunn, Eau Claire, and Pepin Counties. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 27 at 9:47PM CST until December 29 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN

Effective: Sat December 27, 2025, 9:47 PM
Expires: Sun December 28, 2025, 10:00 AM

...ACCUMULATING SNOW AND STRONG WINDS EXPECTED TO BRING BLIZZARD CONDITIONS TO PORTIONS OF WESTERN, CENTRAL, AND SOUTHERN MINNESOTA LATE SUNDAY MORNING AND SUNDAY NIGHT... .A developing winter storm over the Northern Plains this evening will become much stronger as it moves across the Upper Midwest Sunday and Sunday night. Snow will develop over western Minnesota near sunrise, with a rain/snow mix developing farther east. The rain/snow mix across eastern Minnesota and Wisconsin will quickly turn to snow as colder air moves in mid to late morning. Steady snow will continue through late Sunday night. Accumulations of 5 to 9 inches are forecast across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, with amounts tapering off to a couple inches across far western Minnesota. In addition, strong northwest winds gusting to 45 to 55 mph are expected by Sunday afternoon, leading to blizzard conditions in open areas of central and southern Minnesota through Sunday night. A Blizzard Warning is in effect in a corridor from Morris and Long Prairie, south to Granite Falls and the far southwestern Twin Cities metro, to the Mankato and Albert Lea areas. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the rest of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Rusk, Chippewa, Dunn, Eau Claire, and Pepin Counties. * WHEN...From noon Sunday to 9 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511wi.gov for road conditions.