Northland

A meteorologist greeting the Northland on the first Thursday of October reports that seasonal temperatures have returned to the region, helped along by a breezy northwest wind. Conditions remain a bit mild thanks to plenty of sunshine, and residents are being advised to cover up their plants overnight as cooler air settles in.

Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg's forecast for October 2, 2026 warns that frost returns to the Northland Thursday night, with clear skies and light winds pushing overnight lows into the 30s and low 40s. Sunshine is expected to continue Friday with light winds and highs recovering. Residents are being advised of the renewed cold threat.