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Climatologist: Fast rain may cause more problems than help

Climatologist: Fast rain may cause more problems than help

It may be pouring rain in parts of central Minnesota and the southern part of the state. But we may be getting too much too fast, and it might not be enough to help us get out of the drought.
by Cathy Wurzer and Matt Mikus

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More wind in the forecast for crews battling the Greenwood Fire

Friday and Saturday will be critical in the fight against the large Greenwood Fire in northeastern Minnesota, according to retired University of Minnesota climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley.
by Cathy Wurzer, Phil Picardi and MPR News Staff

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Mark Seeley: Hot, dry summer weather isn’t letting up

Mark Seeley: Hot, dry summer weather isn’t letting up

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talked about this summer’s worsening drought, frequent heat advisories, and poor air quality due to wildfire smoke with retired University of Minnesota climatologist Mark Seeley.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Minnesota prepares for lingering drought

Retired University of Minnesota climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley participated in the state drought task force meeting earlier this week. He told MPR News host Cathy Wurzer that based on current models, he’s expecting the drought to persist at least through October.
by Cathy Wurzer, Will Matuska and MPR News Staff

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What’s the state record for consecutive days over 90 degrees?

This month’s heat wave prompted an MPR listener to ask about the statewide record for consecutive days with temps at or above 90 degrees.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Mark Seeley: 'Time to break out those light summer clothes'

The unusual heat experienced at the beginning of this month will likely be the norm for the coming weeks says retired University of Minnesota climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley. He advised listeners to break out their summer clothes as well as water their gardens for the days ahead. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talked with Mark Seeley about the hot and dry June in their weekly weather chat. Click on the audio player above to hear their conversation.

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Wrapping up May, in weather

According to retired University of Minnesota climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley, most areas of the state are reporting an average monthly temperature that’s about normal for May.
by Cathy Wurzer

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In a welcome shift, rain returns across Minnesota

Retired University of Minnesota climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley reflects on a dry spring, and the benefits of recent rain.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Has this spring been windier than usual in Minnesota?

Retired University of Minnesota climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley found that a third of days in March saw wind gusts over 35 mph, and nearly half the days in April did, too. So far, May has been somewhat quieter.
by Cathy Wurzer

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A look back at April’s weather

April was nothing short of a weather rollercoaster in Minnesota, bringing temperatures that ranged from the upper 80s in some areas to zero degrees in others.
by Cathy Wurzer

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