How long are winter commutes in Minneapolis?
A clear-weather 20-minute commute can double during a post-snowfall January morning. When searching for homes, factor in highway plowing schedules. First-ring suburbs like St. Louis Park or Richfield often provide the most resilient winter commutes, accessing cleared major arteries faster than outer-ring options.
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