Rochester’s First Real Freeze Hits This Week: Get Ready Now

Rochester and other parts of Southeast Minnesota are about the experience a true stretch of below freezing temperatures. We know it's going to happen every year but every time it happens we're always still a little sad about it.

Not too long ago I think we technically saw our first temperatures below freezing, but that didn't stay for long. This week, though, it will be well below freezing overnight, at least for a few days in a row, which means it's time to get things ready for the first real freeze of the season.

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When is Rochester, MN's First Freeze

According to The Weather Channel's predictions today (Monday the 9th), we'll see our first big drop on Wednesday night, the 11th. They're predicting lows to just hit freezing, 32 degrees.

But then, Thursday night, we're looking at a low around 25. Friday night, a low around 26. And Saturday night, back up to freezing, 32 degrees.

That's three maybe four nights in a row below freezing, so we definitely need to make sure things are ready to go.

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What You Need to Do Before the First Freeze Hits Rochester

There are certain items on your winter prep checklist that can still wait a little bit. For example, you don't need to find your shovel just yet. There's no snow in the forecast this week. But here are the things you should get done in the next few days to make sure you're ready for the cold.

By the way, speaking of colder weather, have you been paying attention to the clues Mother Nature has been giving us? There are certain signs that can indicate we could be in for a rough winter.