Weather and Climate News

Blustery Monday with seasonal temperatures
Winds continue to howl from the northwest in the wake of Sunday's cold front. Lingering cloud cover will keep temperatures near the seasonal average of the mid-50s. Meanwhile, the warm weekend has led to more ice outs across lakes in central Minnesota.
Minnesota farmers face challenges as farm incomes continue to decline
The median net farm income for Minnesota farms statewide dropped to $21,964 in 2024, marking the lowest level this century. Crop producers had some of the worst financial difficulties, with net farm incomes for crop farmers at almost zero dollars.
Breaks in the cloud cover with scattered showers and thunderstorms
Another mild spring day is on tap, with temperatures climbing into the 60s and 70s. Expect partly cloudy skies, along with a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms. The work week will kick off cooler, with breezy winds and temperatures in the 50s.
Cloud cover continues with scattered showers developing for Sunday
Saturday night will be mostly cloudy with mild temperatures overnight. A low pressure system moving in will bring scattered showers and thunderstorms on Sunday, with a chance of light snow in northern areas.
Severe Weather Awareness Week: Extreme heat
April 7-11 is Severe Weather Awareness Week. It’s a time where we help educate the public about severe weather preparedness, safety and the importance of weather awareness. Let’s take a closer look at extreme heat.