Do you remember the Halloween Blizzard of 1991? If you lived in Minnesota at that time, you almost definitely do. The storm ended up being known by many as the largest blizzard in Minnesota history – and one of the most well-remembered. It dumped feet of snow across the entire state. The blowing snow created whiteout conditions that lasted well into the next day. Schools were canceled, and accidents caused massive travel delays. But still, families got out to do what you do on October 31: don costumes, ring doorbells, and collect candy.

Overall, the blizzard dumped a record 28 inches on the Twin Cities and a whopping 36 inches on Duluth. To this day, it still holds the Twin Cities record for largest snowfall from a single storm. It was over 25 years ago, but people still talk about the legendary event and one of the biggest snowstorms in Minnesota.

The record-breaking blizzard began on October 31 and continued for two days. So much snow fell that crews had to shovel the roof of the Metrodome so it wouldn't collapse.
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Not all crises were averted, though. About 100,000 homes lost power during the storm.
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And there were hundreds of accidents across the state, from fender benders to cars stuck in ditches.
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But during times like these, Minnesota Nice comes out in full force. Here, we see a group of Minnesotans rescuing a bus from its icy, snowy prison.
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People spent the next few days digging themselves out from the record snowfall and unforgettable winter weather in Minnesota.
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But the storm didn't stop kids from normal trick-or-treat activities, even though it's been called the largest blizzard in Minnesota.
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Sure, they had to bundle coats and boots over their costumes to trudge through the rapidly accumulating snow. But they'll always have a great story to tell.
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Check out this video to learn more about this legendary blizzard:

Do you remember the 1991 Halloween blizzard? Do you know it as the largest blizzard in Minnesota? Feel free to share your memories!

And for more crazy weather stories in our state, check out these memorable weather stories in Minnesota over the years.

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Andrea Limke | December 18, 2019

When was the biggest blizzard in Minnesota?

Minnesota is no stranger to snow during the winter, and actually throughout fall and spring, as well. We are used to several inches of snow at a time, but we have also seen some epic storms that shock even those of us who have always lived in Minnesota. The Halloween storm of 1991 is definitely memorable for many reasons. Another unforgettable storm is known as the Armistice Day Blizzard and took place in November of 1940. The temperatures took a nose dive during this storm that brought several inches of snow to the state and surrounding area.

What is the most snow ever recorded in Minnesota?

When you visit Minnesota in the winter, you expect to find snow. Thanks to some of the biggest snowstorms in Minnesota, that it typically true. The Halloween blizzard mentioned above is definitely on the list, but the record snowfall in a 24-hour period in Minnesota took place in January of 1994 when one spot in the state saw an incredible 46.5 inches fall from the sky.

What is winter weather in Minnesota typically like?

If you love snow and cold temperatures, then you'll love winter weather in Minnesota. Of course it makes for a cozy environment when you're relaxing indoors, but our state is also ideal for any type of outdoor winter sport. Choose from a variety of snow-related activities and you can try them all in our snowy state each winter.

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