Weather and Climate News

Whiteout conditions possible as massive snowstorm targets Minnesota
Snow will begin falling across western Minnesota Friday morning, spreading through the rest of the state by afternoon. Much of the state will see 6 inches of snow or more. Central Minnesota and the North Shore could get buried by as much as a foot of snow.
All of Minnesota is starting off Thursday under a wind chill advisory with most of state seeing wind chills of at least minus 20, and northwestern Minnesota feeling as cold as minus 40 at times.
2019 was the 2nd-hottest year on record, according to NASA and NOAA
Last year's data collected by the agencies is the latest confirmation that the Earth is steadily getting hotter. The planet is now almost 1 degree Celsius warmer than it was in the mid-20th century.
Decoding National Weather Service forecast discussions
NWS technical area forecast discussions give meteorologists and others deeper insight into NWS forecast thinking and mechanics.
A quick blast of snow Wednesday, followed by a crippling snowstorm Friday
Get ready for double-digit subzero wind chills Thursday morning followed by a major winter storm that dumps snow across southern Minnesota overnight Thursday. At least 8 inches are likely in the Twin Cities.
Another round of snow moves across Minnesota Wednesday bringing central parts of the state a brief burst of heavier snow and ice to portions of southern Minnesota. Dangerous cold returns to the state overnight.
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.