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Weather and Climate News

Scattered rain and possible thunder here; record heat in Seattle

Scattered rain and possible thunder here; record heat in Seattle

Temps are near-normal here, while there is record heat in much of Washington and Oregon. We have the details, plus a look at our rain chances and temperature trends.
by Ron Trenda

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A Sunday rain chance; unsettled weather to start the week

A Sunday rain chance; unsettled weather to start the week

We finally saw some rain on Saturday. Can we do it again on Sunday? We have updated forecasts for Sunday and the week ahead.
by Ron Trenda

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Portland records hottest day ever amid Pacific Northwest heat wave

Portland records hottest day ever amid Pacific Northwest heat wave

Portland, Oregon, had its hottest day ever recorded — reaching 108 degrees Fahrenheit on Saturday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Seattle reached 101 F, making it the hottest June day on record in that city.
by The Associated Press

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Saturday periods of rain and thunder; spotty rain possible Sunday

Saturday periods of rain and thunder; spotty rain possible Sunday

Many areas will see periods of rain and embedded thunderstorms this Saturday and saturday evening. We have details on that, plus a look Sunday and the week ahead.
by Ron Trenda

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Welcome rain is in the Saturday forecast

Welcome rain is in the Saturday forecast

Most of Minnesota is in a drought right now, so rain is needed. Some areas will get meaningful rain this Saturday and Saturday night. We have the details
by Ron Trenda

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It's dry. Who has the best chance of rain this weekend?

It's dry. Who has the best chance of rain this weekend?

We’re in a drought and looking for rain. Here’s a look at our weekend rain opportunities as well as temperature trends into next week and beyond.
by Ron Trenda

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Lower humidity heading into the weekend

The weekend brings some chances for needed rain, although amounts are likely to stay low for most. The forecast indicates a return to hot and dry by the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Most of the state stays dry again Friday

Rain chances stay limited Friday, with most of Minnesota seeing warm weather and sunny skies.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Minnesota crops showing drought stress at a crucial time

Minnesota crops showing drought stress at a crucial time

Conditions are dry all across Minnesota. Severe drought is spreading into the northwest and south. Crops are showing signs of stress, and without widespread rains over the next few weeks, crops will continue to deteriorate.
by Dan Gunderson

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