Weather and Climate News

10 climate lessons we’ve learned in 10 years of Climate Cast
Climate Cast celebrates its 10th anniversary this month. How have climate science, news and solutions evolved since Climate Cast debuted in 2013? This special takes a glance back and a look forward with an expert panel of climate scientists and communicators.
Two snowfalls, falling temps; deep freeze weekend
We’ll have on and off snow showers Wednesday with winds increasing to 10-20 mph from the northwest. Wednesday night will be colder with temps dropping into the single digits and subzero north.
Twin Cities set for snowy Wednesday morning rush
It may not be a major storm, but Wednesday’s light snow will come during the morning commute and, together with colder temperatures, will likely cause some stealthily slick roads.
Above-normal temps through Friday; bitter cold weekend
Snow showers will develop in northern Minnesota Tuesday with the chance spreading statewide into Wednesday. Another clipper brings snow showers Friday before arctic air arrives Saturday.
Climate Cast 10-Year Anniversary special airs Tuesday at 9 am on MPR News
The past 8 years are the warmest 8 years in the global surface temperature record since 1880. Other records like ice cores and ancient tree rings indicate this is the fastest warming period in millions of years.