Weather and Climate News

Let it blow, then let it snow! Breezy Thursday, snowstorm Saturday
Very breezy westerly winds will continue to howl across the state on Thursday, with wind advisories still in effect until Thursday evening. After a quiet Friday, our focus shifts to the weekend as a winter storm watch takes effect Friday night.
Windy and cooler Thursday, significant snow Saturday
Blustery northwest winds are moving in Thursday behind Wednesday night’s disturbance. A significant snowfall is headed for central Minnesota Saturday. 
More snow develops Wednesday and again Saturday
Snow showers will be developing Wednesday afternoon and evening for much of northern and central Minnesota. More snow is on the way Saturday. 
Before barges start moving, crews head out to measure Lake Pepin ice
Each February, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers starts sending crews out onto the frozen Mississippi River at Lake Pepin to take ice measurements. The information helps determine when towboats and barges can start the navigation season.
Colder Tuesday with more snow developing Wednesday
It’s certainly chilly Tuesday behind Monday’s snowfall. Temperatures will be about 10 degrees below normal. More snow is on the way for Wednesday and Saturday.