Minnesota experiences extreme cold with record-breaking temperatures

Minnesota is currently facing a significant arctic blast that has enveloped the state with bitterly cold temperatures. As of February 11, 2025, the Twin Cities are seeing high temperatures barely reaching the single digits, with some areas in the state struggling to rise above zero. This severe weather system has not only brought exceptionally low temperatures but has also introduced multiple chances for snowfall over the coming days. In northern Minnesota, the adverse weather conditions have resulted in particularly frigid temperatures, with Brimson experiencing the coldest air in the state at an alarming low of minus 35 degrees. Alongside Brimson, other northern locales such as Tower, Embarrass, and Kabetogama reported temperatures plummeting to minus 30 degrees. In contrast, central Minnesota registered low temperatures ranging from minus 16 to minus 21 degrees. As for the southern regions, including the Twin Cities, the observed low was around minus 8 degrees. The extreme cold has led to the issuance of cold weather advisories across various parts of Minnesota, particularly affecting the western half of Hennepin County. Wind chill factors are expected to reach dangerously low levels, dipping to minus 30 in central and western parts of the state. This creates a high risk of frostbite and hypothermia, prompting authorities to warn residents to take extra precautions during this period of severe weather. Looking ahead, forecasts indicate that this brutal cold is not likely to relent any time soon. The bitter air mass is expected to persist for approximately the next 10 days, as highlighted by NEXT Weather Meteorologist Joseph Dames. While a brief warm-up is anticipated on Friday, it will be fleeting, and temperatures are expected to fall back below normal during the weekend. February already marks multiple days of sub-zero temperatures, causing concerns about potential impacts on daily life, health, and safety throughout the state.