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Is a polar vortex outbreak in sight?

Is a polar vortex outbreak in sight?

Our January thaw has delivered this year, but some forecast models suggest a polar vortex may deliver bitter subzero cold sometime during the last week of January.
by Paul Huttner

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Hefty snowfall Friday aims at southwestern Minnesota; Twin Cities ride the edge

Hefty snowfall Friday aims at southwestern Minnesota; Twin Cities ride the edge

A potent Alberta clipper will drop some hefty snowfall totals across western Minnesota Friday. Models suggest 6 to 12 inches-plus in western Minnesota and 1 to 5 inches across the Twin Cities from east to west.
by Paul Huttner

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Thaw continues; winter storm Friday

Thaw continues; winter storm Friday

Temperatures continue above freezing for most of central and southern Minnesota. Light snow/sleet/freezing rain showers are possible late Wednesday into early Thursday. Friday brings a winter storm with significant snow west and southwest.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Mild, snow chances ahead

Mild, snow chances ahead

It’s a mild start already Wednesday morning with temps in the 20s and 30s for many areas. There are a few brief light snow showers scattered around early Wednesday. Highs will be in the 40s in the south, mid-30s Twin Cities metro area, and around 20 in far northern Minnesota.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Thaw through Thursday, snow on Friday across much of Minnesota

Thaw through Thursday, snow on Friday across much of Minnesota

A January thaw brings milder temperatures through Thursday. Expect snowfall across much of the state on Friday. The latest forecast model trends suggest the heaviest snowfall will be across western and southwestern Minnesota.
by Paul Huttner

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Warmup brings snow chances

Warmup brings snow chances

Expect highs mainly in the 20s and 30s, with teens and 20s hanging onto the North Shore and Arrowhead. This stretch will last for several days. Light snow could mess with morning commutes Wednesday and Thursday.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Warmer air and snow chances ahead

Warmer air and snow chances ahead

After a wild roller coaster ride of temperatures the last couple weeks, stability returns. We have some light snow chances Wednesday and Wednesday night, but the chances of a significant snowfall Friday are still in question.
by Sven Sundgaard

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