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Cooler for a couple days before 80-degree temperatures return Saturday

Cooler for a couple days before 80-degree temperatures return Saturday

We’re back into a couple of cooler days Thursday and Friday, though temperatures will still be a bit above normal. 80-degree temperatures return Saturday for southern Minnesota. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Temperature speed bumps ahead this week

Temperature speed bumps ahead this week

Significant temperature swings ahead through the weekend.
by Paul Huttner

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Roller coaster temperature ride this week

Roller coaster temperature ride this week

It’s a mix of summery and fall temperatures this first week of October.
by Paul Huttner

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Near-normal temperatures to start October

Near-normal temperatures to start October

It’s finally considerably cooler, but actually right near normal for temperatures Tuesday. It will be a bit of a roller coaster for temperatures into the weekend and continued dry. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Red flag warning for Monday; fire danger elevated

Red flag warning for Monday; fire danger elevated

Red flag warnings have been issued for a large portion of Minnesota. Gusty winds and dry air will create critical fire weather conditions Monday afternoon. Critical fire weather conditions will create an environment where any sparks or flames can rapidly escalate out of control.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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A warm end to the warmest September; cooler air arrives Tuesday

A warm end to the warmest September; cooler air arrives Tuesday

The last day of September will end like much of the month: very warm and dry. Cooler air is moving in for Tuesday, briefly. The pattern remains very dry still too. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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