Weather and Climate News

Scattered Friday thunderstorms; Sunday will be driest weekend day
We’ll have thunderstorms at times through Friday night. A severe thunderstorm is possible. We have details on that, plus a look at weekend thunder chances.
Climatologist: Fast rain may cause more problems than help
It may be pouring rain in parts of central Minnesota and the southern part of the state. But we may be getting too much too fast, and it might not be enough to help us get out of the drought.
More rain is on the way — but it might not break the drought
The drought in Minnesota only got worse last week, but more rain is on the way. Host Cathy Wurzer asked a climatologist what it will take for the state to pull out of this severe drought.
Expect thunderstorms Thursday; severe weather possible
Stay sky-aware through Thursday evening. Thunderstorms are expected and some severe weather is possible. We have details on the severe weather outlook, plus a look at our weekend weather.