Spring Storm Blankets Northern Minnesota

Snowfall hits hard from Moorhead to Grand Marais, while Twin Cities sees little accumulation.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 7:12pm

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A late-season spring storm dumped several inches of snow across northern Minnesota on Monday, forcing residents from Moorhead to Grand Marais to break out their shovels and plows. The Twin Cities area, however, was largely spared from the wintry weather.

Why it matters

Spring snowstorms are not uncommon in Minnesota, but this late-season blast served as a reminder that winter weather can linger well into spring in the northern part of the state. The storm disrupted travel and daily routines for residents in the affected areas.

The details

The storm system brought heavy, wet snow that accumulated quickly, with some areas reporting over 6 inches of accumulation by the end of the day. Snowplows were out in force clearing roads, while residents spent time shoveling driveways and sidewalks.

  • The storm system moved into northern Minnesota on Monday morning.
  • By the afternoon, several inches of snow had accumulated in areas like Moorhead and Grand Marais.

The players

Moorhead

A city in northwestern Minnesota that experienced heavy snowfall from the spring storm.

Grand Marais

A city on the North Shore of Lake Superior in northeastern Minnesota that also saw significant snowfall.

Twin Cities

The metropolitan area encompassing Minneapolis and St. Paul, which largely avoided the heavy snowfall.

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The takeaway

This late-season snowstorm serves as a reminder that winter weather can linger in northern Minnesota well into the spring, disrupting daily life and travel for residents in the affected areas.