Weather and Climate News

A wet December has been helping alleviate drought conditions
With the shift to wetter than normal conditions in November and December, slow progress has been made on drought conditions across much of Minnesota. Above normal precipitation looks to continue in the near to medium forecast range.
Sunshine returns Monday; milder pattern sets in
Clouds decrease early Monday giving way to sunshine. Highs will range from the single digits to teens. Temperatures warm more, in the teens and 20s Tuesday. Above freezing highs move in midweek.
The cooperation to deploy the National Guard underscored the desperate situation in western South Dakota. Tribal officials say snow drifts have formed as high as 10 feet, blocking roads and stranding families with dwindling supplies for heating and food.
Frigid monster storm across U.S. claims at least 25 lives
The storm unleashed its full fury on Western New York with hurricane-force winds and snow causing whiteout conditions, paralyzing emergency response efforts.
Light snow Sunday; Becoming much milder this week
Winds have diminished. Cold again for Christmas Day with light snow sweeping southeast.
Much less windy Sunday; Light snow later in the day
Winds diminished Saturday night. An Alberta clipper system will bring light snow later on Sunday.
Snow returns Christmas afternoon and evening; much warmer temps by midweek
Wind chill advisories continue Saturday evening into early Sunday. Many of us will see some afternoon and evening snowflakes on Christmas. We have details on that, plus a look at the much warmer temps that are on tap for Wednesday through Friday.
Cold and windy Saturday; snow returns Christmas afternoon/evening
Strong winds and very cold temps and wind chills will stay with us Saturday afternoon. We have the latest on wind chill advisories, plus an update on road conditions and a look at Christmas snow.