Weather and Climate News

Snow coverage expands Thursday evening, overnight; heavier snow Sunday
Many areas will see snow beginning Thursday afternoon or evening and continuing into early Friday. Heavier snow and strong winds are expected Sunday into Monday.
Poll: A majority support federal involvement in dealing with water shortages and flooding
The latest Mood of the Nation Poll finds that nearly half of Americans think the federal government should play a major role in determining water allocations in parts of the country that are experiencing water scarcity.
Poll: Storms, heat, drought, floods and wildfires all common experiences in 2023
Two-thirds of American adults indicate they experienced at least one of five major weather events in 2023, according to the McCourtney Institute for Democracy’s latest Mood of the Nation Poll. Severe storms led the list, with 45 percent indicating they lived in storm-impacted communities.
Two snow systems still on track for Minnesota
Two separate weather systems are still on track for Minnesota through next Tuesday. The first brings some snow Thursday night. The second system looks potentially bigger and wetter from Sunday through next Tuesday.
Colder air is here, snow is on the way
Chilly air is back Wednesday and sticking around. Blustery northwest winds will make it feel colder. Snow develops Thursday into Thursday night with another system this weekend. 
Tracking two likely snowmakers for Minnesota
Two separate storm systems look likely to bring snow to Minnesota. There are still forecast questions about both systems. The second system could be heavier.