What is today's weather forecast for Nelson, MN?

Today's forecast for Nelson shows a low of 25 degrees Fahrenheit. Rain likely, possibly mixing with snow after 3am, then gradually ending.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Nelson, MN?

The 7-day forecast for Nelson shows highs from 15 to 32 degrees and lows from -9 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 3 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Nelson, MN this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Nelson this week. Precipitation chances: Wednesday (70% chance), Thursday (70% chance), Friday (20% chance).

How accurate is the Nelson weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Nelson forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Nelson, MN Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

WEATHER ALERTS - Wind Advisory - Winter Weather Advisory

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

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39°F
Feels Like 28°F

Humidity 58% Dew Point 26°F Wind S 26 MPH Gusts 38 Barometer 29.25 in.

Visibility 12.4 mi.

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 6.1 mi. SW of central Nelson
at 6:15 PM Wed, Dec 17, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

WedDec 17

70%

ThuDec 18

70%

-9

FriDec 19

SatDec 20

-5

SunDec 21

MonDec 22

TueDec 23

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Significant warming trend with high temperatures climbing from 21°F to 24°F, reaching a high of 32°F. Some snow possible with at least 3 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

Temperatures are expected to be near normal for this time of year, with highs around 25°F and lows around 8°F.

This Date in Weather History

1929 - An icestorm in western New York State resulted in much damage and hardship. A Buffalo report stated, "one was kept awake by the breaking limbs, which snapped off with a report much louder than a rifle shot."

Nelson, MN 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Wednesday Dec 17

Night: Rain likely, possibly mixing with snow after 3am, then gradually ending. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25. Breezy, with a south southeast wind 15 to 25 mph becoming west after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.

Thursday Dec 18

Day: Snow likely, mainly before 4pm. Patchy blowing snow between 10am and 3pm. Mostly cloudy, with a temperature falling to around 2 by 5pm. Wind chill values as low as -23. Windy, with a northwest wind 20 to 25 mph increasing to 25 to 30 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around -9. Wind chill values as low as -29. Windy, with a northwest wind 20 to 30 mph becoming north northeast 5 to 10 mph. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.

Friday Dec 19

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 21. Wind chill values as low as -19. Breezy, with an east northeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southeast 15 to 20 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph.

Night: A 20 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 8. South southeast wind 10 to 15 mph becoming west northwest after midnight.

Saturday Dec 20

Day: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a temperature falling to around 10 by 5pm. Blustery, with a west northwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around -5. West northwest wind 5 to 15 mph.

Sunday Dec 21

Day: Sunny, with a high near 15. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south southeast in the afternoon.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a temperature rising to around 18 by 4am. Southeast wind around 10 mph.

Monday Dec 22

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 32. South southeast wind 10 to 15 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 15. South southeast wind around 10 mph becoming west northwest after midnight.

Tuesday Dec 23

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 24. Northwest wind around 10 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 8. North northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southeast after midnight.

Wednesday Dec 24

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 28. Southeast wind around 10 mph.

About Nelson, MN

Nelson is a city in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 182 at the 2020 census.

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