Record rainfall in some areas of central, southern Minnesota this week
Thunderstorms, some severe, brought heavy rainfall to portions of central and southern Minnesota this week.
Many observers reported from 1 to 2 inches, and several places reported new record daily amounts of up to 7 to 8 inches. Dew points spiked in the low 70s at a number of locations just ahead of the storm indicating a high water vapor content.
Preliminary data suggest that a new statewide record daily rainfall occurred on September 22nd.
University of Minnesota climatologist Mark Seeley discusses this and other topics with Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer.
To hear their full conversation, click the play button above.
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