Weather and Climate News

Split Rock Lighthouse historic site back open after lightning strike knocked out utilities
Split Rock Lighthouse historic site on the North Shore is back open, after a lightning bolt struck the grounds, raced through the historic site’s electrical system and knocked out water, power and a variety of other functions on Monday.
Severe storms likely to rake Minnesota Wednesday night
Storms in southern Minnesota could produce severe hailstones more than 2 inches in diameter, damaging winds and even tornadoes. The most likely timing for severe storms in the greater Twin Cities area appears to be between about 8 p.m. and midnight.
Increasing dew points and more severe storms possible
More strong to severe storms are possible Wednesday as dew points and temperatures rise again.
Heating up with more storms ahead
Partly cloudy skies Tuesday with cooler, but still above normal temperatures. Dew points will be lower before going back up Wednesday. More storms are possible late Wednesday.