(ST. PAUL, December 22, 2025) – Several schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are reporting delayed starts on Monday due to a wintry mix causing slick road conditions.
A winter weather advisory is in effect for parts of the Midwest, impacting morning commutes and school schedules.
- A winter weather advisory is in place until 8 a.m. for the Twin Cities and parts of southern Minnesota.
- Slick road conditions are causing delays for schools in western Wisconsin and southern and central Minnesota.
- Temperatures are expected to rise above normal for late December after the morning weather event.
A light wintry mix began overnight and continued into monday morning, creating hazardous travel conditions, according to CBS News Minnesota. The advisory, impacting the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota, is set to expire at 8 a.m. This weather event is causing important disruptions to the morning commute and school schedules across the region.
Did you know?– Minnesota experiences an average of 54 inches of snow annually,making winter driving a common challenge for residents. Road salt usage is a key factor in mitigating icy conditions.
School Delays Reported
As of 6 a.m. local time, no schools in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area have announced closures or delays. However,several schools in western Wisconsin,as well as southern and central Minnesota,are starting late. Specific districts reporting delays include those in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and Mankato, Minnesota. The delays are primarily due to the icy conditions on secondary roads, making bus travel unsafe.school officials are monitoring conditions and will reassess later in the morning.
Pro tip– Before heading out, check your local school district’s website or social media for the latest updates on delays or closures. Allow extra travel time and reduce speed.
Forecast
Following the morning’s wintry conditions, the weather pattern is expected to become calmer, with temperatures rising to above-normal levels for late December. The National weather Service predicts temperatures will climb into the mid-30s by afternoon, melting any remaining ice and snow. The quick warm-up is expected to alleviate travel concerns for the remainder of the day. The wintry mix ended around 8 a.m. as predicted, with conditions improving rapidly thereafter. no further winter precipitation is anticipated this week.
“A light wintry mix that began overnight and continued into the morning is causing some slick spots on the roads,” CBS News Minnesota reported.
Time.news based this report in part on reporting by CBS News Minnesota and added independent analysis and context.
