Weather and Climate News

January 14, 2020 1:32 PM

Twin Cities scientist: 'Heat of 5 to 6 Hiroshima atom bombs per second' into Earth's oceans

University of St. Thomas scientist John Abraham is part of a team that assessed the Earth’s oceans in 2019.

by Paul Huttner

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January 14, 2020 1:18 PM

St. Louis County snowplow drivers set to strike on Wednesday

The county and about 160 members of the local Teamsters union have been at an impasse over wages, health care and sick leave. Union members voted overwhelmingly over the weekend to reject a final contract offer.

by MPR News Staff

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January 14, 2020 8:55 AM

A major winter storm targets Minnesota with heavy snow by Friday

Another blast of cold air spreads across Minnesota Tuesday, then a major snow storm with heavy snow and high winds hits by the end of the week.

by Nicole Mitchell

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January 14, 2020 7:01 AM

Tuesday's snow is ending, while temperatures begin to dive

The Tuesday morning commute is slow for parts of Minnesota thanks to a fresh round of snow that is moving out. Now temperatures will drop throughout the day.

by Nicole Mitchell

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January 14, 2020 4:00 AM

'It's magical': On Duluth's backyard rinks, ice time means family time

For many Minnesotans, winter presents a welcome break from yard work. But for some in Duluth, when the ground freezes, the work begins: on a backyard hockey rink.

by Dan Kraker and Derek Montgomery

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January 13, 2020 5:50 PM

Active weather week brings more light snow Wednesday, bigger winter storm Friday?

Growing chances for a significant winter storm Friday in Minnesota.

by Paul Huttner

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January 13, 2020 1:49 PM

Round 2: More snow arrives Monday evening

Another shot of light snow crosses Minnesota Monday night.

by Paul Huttner

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January 13, 2020 8:56 AM

A few more rounds of snow this week, including a storm bringing heavier snow

More light snow returns Monday, but heavy snow could be a problem by the end of the week. A couple rounds of cold air will send parts of Minnesota well below zero.

by Nicole Mitchell

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January 13, 2020 6:45 AM

Another round of snow slows Minnesota travel Monday

Monday starts off with some snowy roads for southern Minnesota, and more light snow moves across the state later Monday. Temperatures will be above average for the entire state.

by Nicole Mitchell

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January 12, 2020 6:10 PM

Several batches of snow this week; coldest day is Thursday

Our Sunday evening snow is just a preview of the week ahead. We’ll see several additional batches of snow. We’ll also have quite a range of temperatures in the coming week.

by Ron Trenda

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