Weather and Climate News

Thanksgiving weekend storm blankets Minnesota in snow
A Thanksgiving weekend snowstorm dumped several inches of snow across Minnesota on Saturday and Sunday. The National Weather Service reported more than 8 inches of snow in Rochester, 6.5 inches in Chanhassen, more than 5 inches at Duluth International Airport, and about 4 inches at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Storm moves out, cold moves in
Light snow and decreasing winds will wrap up our holiday weekend with a few peeks of sunshine possible. Cold air will continue to filter in through the week, bringing the potential for subzero readings by week’s end.
Snow storm wrapping up Saturday night; Arctic air on the way
As the snowstorm wraps up Saturday night, a surge of Arctic air will arrive, bringing some of the coldest temperatures of the season. Highs will struggle to reach the teens and 20s next week, and several clipper systems will keep light snow in the forecast.
A major winter storm disrupts travel as millions head home after Thanksgiving
A major snowstorm in the Midwest and Great Lakes is affecting Thanksgiving travelers. The National Weather Service reports winter storm warnings from North Dakota to Ohio. Forecasters warn of airport delays and slowed traffic as snow could fall at more than an inch per hour.
Prolonged light snow Saturday; bitter cold follows
A long-duration winter storm is settling in today, bringing hours of steady light snow across the southern half of the state. As the system moves out, expect increasing winds and a drop in temperatures.
Snowstorm sequel: Heavy snow and difficult travel expected again
A post-Thanksgiving snowstorm is set to move in just as one of the busiest travel weekends of the year continues. Heavy snow and plunging temperatures will cause some travel disruptions and post-holiday headaches.
Snow continues across southern Minnesota during busy holiday travel weekend
Forecasters say Saturday will a difficult travel day across southern Minnesota, especially in the afternoon — and that people traveling home from Thanksgiving gatherings may want to wait until Sunday, to give snowplows a chance to clear roads.
Next winter storm moves into southern Minnesota tonight
Friday will be chilly with a mix of clouds and sun. Snow develops in southwest Minnesota late today and spreads across southern Minnesota tonight into Saturday followed by cold air. 
Next snow event Friday night through Saturday from MSP southward
A long-duration fluffy snowfall event will drop snow Friday night through Saturday across southern Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Chicago area.