NEXT Weather: December 2023 is tracking to be warmest on record in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS — Temperatures are cooling down, but they'll remain above average for a while. In fact, December may break a record for warmth.
On Wednesday, expect temperatures in the mid-30s. Northwest of the cities, there's a small chance of a passing rain or snow shower both early in the day and late. Most of the day should be more dry than not.
As the day goes on, clouds will decrease.
Is this the warmest December on record?
There are still a handful of days left, but December 2023 will likely go down as the warmest in Minnesota on record.
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Except for one day (Dec. 10), every day in December so far has had above-average temperatures. The average temperature of the month at this point is a whopping 35.1 degrees.
With average temps expected to continue into the new year, it should be enough to break the record set in 1877: 33.8 degrees.
Outlook
We should stay dry for the next several days, and the early part of the weekend is trending to be sunny with temperatures in the lower 30s.
Sunday will be the coolest day, with highs in the upper 20s and lows dropping into the teens at night.
Temperatures should remain similar into the new year, plus some more sun.
No major weather systems are in the forecast.
