Weather and Climate News

Snow reports from around Minnesota
Snow totals from across Minnesota and surrounding states, as reported by weather spotters and relayed by the National Weather Service as of 5:50 p.m. Saturday.
Icy roads lead to hundreds of crashes in Minnesota; arctic air sweeping across the state
Icy roads and blowing snow led to hundreds of crashes on Minnesota highways Saturday, while another blast of arctic air swept across the state. Snow emergencies go into effect Saturday night for St. Paul and Minneapolis.
The heaviest snow from this storm is over, but some periods of snow will continue this morning, with a bit of freezing drizzle possible too. Periods of snow linger into afternoon in the north. Winds ramp up today. White-out conditions are possible in open areas, especially in western Minnesota and parts of southern Minnesota.
Heavy snow will snarl our commute; storm brings whiteout conditions to some areas
Heavy snow will continue to spread across Minnesota and western Wisconsin Friday afternoon and evening. Evening commutes will be severely impacted. Winds ramp up Friday night and Saturday, with blizzard conditions in some areas. We have details on snow amounts, wind speeds and temperatures through the weekend.
Blizzard conditions possible as snowstorm batters Minnesota
A major snowstorm is making its way across Minnesota, bringing heavy snow and highs winds through Saturday. For most places, the heaviest snow is likely Friday afternoon or evening, meaning a treacherous p.m. commute, including for the Twin Cities.
It's here: High winds, blowing snow as major storm moves in
The heaviest snow will fall Friday afternoon for much of the state, complicating the evening commute. Central Minnesota is expected to get between 6 and 9 inches of snow; up to a foot is possible for the North Shore.
Still on track: Major winter storm moves in Friday
The weather table is all set. Now we wait for the wintry guests to arrive. Western Minnesota should start seeing flakes this morning, with the Twin Cities joining the fun around lunchtime.
Major winter storm takes aim: A foot of snow and whiteout conditions likely
The forecast model snowfall output is pretty consistent and clusters around an 8- to 12-inch range for much of Minnesota by Saturday afternoon. In the Twin Cities, expect snow to begin Friday between about 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.