Snowstorm Leaves a Trail of White in Minnesota

The heavy snowfall that swept across Minnesota this weekend has finally stopped, leaving behind a mix of impressive and modest winter layers. In the southeastern part of the state, residents reported the heaviest drifts, with many areas receiving close to a foot of new snow. Wabasha was the hardest hit, with 20. 5 inches falling overnight, while Rochester saw about 14 inches and Prior Lake collected roughly 13. 7 inches. The capital region experienced a more moderate spread: the airport recorded just over 7 inches, and nearby towns such as Maple Grove and Eagan added around 10 inches each. Bloomington was slightly lighter, missing about half an inch compared to its neighbors.Regions north and west of the main impact zone received little to no snowfall, keeping travel safer there. Temperatures are expected to hover in the mid‑teens across the Twin Cities on Monday, easing the rush of traffic as people clear roads. Southern Minnesota should see a noticeable improvement in travel conditions by the end of the day. A new weather system is slated to arrive late on Tuesday, but forecasters predict only a light layer of one or two inches. These snow totals highlight how localized storms can create varied experiences across a single state, reminding residents to stay alert and adapt their plans accordingly.