GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Fall has just barely begun in Minnesota, but winter isn't far behind.
Tuesday night into Wednesday, the first widespread frost and freeze of the season is possible, including in the metro.
While the downtown core may stay in the upper 30s, outlying areas, especially near and outside the 694/494 loop, have the best chance at sub-freezing temperatures.
The coolest areas are expected to be north and east of the Twin Cities, but areas to the south could hit freezing as well.
If you are still harvesting crops or have sensitive plants, make sure to cover them or bring them indoors tonight. Looking for more ways to bring the outdoors indoors when temperatures really start to drop? Click here for tips on how to keep your houseplants thriving throughout the winter months.
Luckily, we're still a ways away from a permanent state of freeze. Temperatures will warm some in the coming days, with overnight lows staying in the upper 30s to lower 40s Wednesday night into Thursday morning.
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