Weather and Climate News

Confirmed December tornadoes in Minnesota now at least 16
The number of tornadoes confirmed to have touched down in southern Minnesota on Dec. 16 is now at least 16. Prior to this year, there had never been a confirmed tornado in Minnesota in the month of December.
Minnesota is starting Tuesday off with snow thanks to a fast-moving system that also brings wind gusts over 30 mph by the afternoon.
Tracking plowable snow Tuesday for the northern half of Minnesota
Tuesday’s weather system will bring plowable snow to about the northern half of Minnesota. With temperatures in the teens and 20s, slick roads will be an issue again Tuesday.
A fast-moving storm early Tuesday brings snow and reinforces cooler temperatures across Minnesota. Then milder weather returns, which could limit prospects for a white Christmas in southern Minnesota.
Behind a cold front, the state stays chilly and breezy Monday, with morning clouds and a few light snow showers.
Much colder Monday; chances of snow mainly north this week
Much colder temperatures will return on Monday. Snow will break out across northern Minnesota Monday night into Tuesday. Snow and possibly mixed precipitation are also possible later in the week.
Breezy Sunday afternoon; much colder on Monday
We’ll have gusty southerly winds Sunday afternoon. A cold front moves in Sunday night, delivering much colder air for Monday.
You’ll notice the winds pick up today, but temps will be a few degrees warmer than yesterday. We have your forecast details, including the snow chances to the north.
A bit warmer on Sunday, but breezy
Sunday will be a few degrees warmer than Saturday, but winds will ramp up by afternoon. We have your forecast details for the week ahead, including snow chances.