Residents of Minnesota are preparing for a challenging winter weekend as a winter weather advisory has been issued for the Twin Cities and southern regions. Forecasts predict a mix of freezing rain, sleet, and snow overnight through Saturday, leading to slippery travel conditions. Areas are expected to experience icy and snowy conditions, which could significantly impact early weekend travel plans. The cold snap has already resulted in some of the coldest temperatures of the season, with subzero readings being recorded. Travelers are urged to exercise caution, and several counties have been placed under winter weather alerts in anticipation of the messy storm. Despite the bitter cold, warmer temperatures are expected to follow as the weekend progresses.