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February maintains weird winter temperature trends

February maintains weird winter temperature trends

Since the start of February, temperatures have been averaging nearly 25 degrees above normal in Minnesota. Climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley called it mind-boggling.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Groundhog Day marks middle of winter and sees a repeat of unusual warmth

Groundhog Day marks middle of winter and sees a repeat of unusual warmth

Almost 30 years ago to the date, Tower set a state record for the coldest day in Minnesota, making it more than 90 degrees below freezing. Now, we’re experiencing the state’s warmest meteorological winter.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Colder temperatures may reverse in the next week

Colder temperatures may reverse in the next week

Average temperatures across the state for January have dropped into an extreme level of cold. However, the final weeks of January may see the opposite effect. If so, Minnesota could have its warmest winter in nearly 30 years.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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2023 is the 8th-warmest year in Minnesota history

2023 is the 8th-warmest year in Minnesota history

December and November saw record-breaking weather extremes, making 2023 the eighth-warmest year in state history. And although January may feel cooler, it’s still above average.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Minnesota is on track for warmest December in state history

As has been the theme this season, warmer trends and less-than-average precipitation have taken hold, meaning Minnesota's warmest December in state history is likely on the horizon. If warm trends continue over the next weeks, Minneapolis, St. Paul and Duluth could see their warmest December since 1877.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Warmest December so far means no-go on snow

Warmest December so far means no-go on snow

It has been an unseasonably warm start to December, with several Minnesota cities breaking daily record high temperatures. Retired climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley spoke with Cathy Wurzer about it — and the likelihood of winter storms — in their weekly weather chat.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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'Unbelievably warm' December continues upward temperature trend

'Unbelievably warm' December continues upward temperature trend

A lack of snow on the ground for much of Minnesota has been just one indication of warming temperatures during the winter months. Minnesotans aren’t just seeing low precipitation, they’re feeling it, too. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with retired climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley about the upward trends in their weekly weather chat.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Dry and warm November stands out against recent years

Dry and warm November stands out against recent years

According to retired meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley approximately two-thirds of days in the month were warmer than normal. and although it may not have felt like that warm, Thursday concluded one of the warmest Novembers since 1895.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Manure scent wafts across Minnesota on high winds and warm temps

Manure scent wafts across Minnesota on high winds and warm temps

Our warmer-than-average November came with high winds — which created the perfect conditions for the manure smell many experienced the past week. MPR News host Phil Picardi spoke with retired meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley on Morning Edition’s weekly weather chat.
by Phil Picardi and Lukas Levin

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