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September 28, 2021 5:21 PM

September summer continues Wednesday

Temperatures hit 90 degrees again today in western Minnesota — in the last week of September.

by Paul Huttner

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September 28, 2021 1:10 PM

La Niña watch: Mild fall with closer to average winter ahead?

A weak La Niña event this winter could signal a more rigorous winter for Minnesota. But it’s bucking the strong trend of milder winters overall caused by climate change.

by Paul Huttner

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September 28, 2021 8:58 AM

Minnesota goes from a few 90s Tuesday to 60s by Sunday

Temperatures continue to run 10 to 20 degrees warmer across Minnesota through Wednesday. Then, a pattern change brings back rain and cools the state back into the 60s.

by Nicole Mitchell

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September 28, 2021 6:59 AM

Record warmth possible Tuesday

Sunshine and southerly winds warm most of Minnesota 10 to 20 degrees above average Tuesday, with a few 90s possible west.

by Nicole Mitchell

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September 27, 2021 5:21 PM

September summer: A shot at 90 degrees in western Minnesota

Another surge of 80s to near 90 degrees for Minnesota Tuesday and Wednesday.

by Paul Huttner

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September 27, 2021 2:09 PM

Fall color 2021 running 1 to 2 weeks later than last year

The annual fall color progression is running later than last year in Minnesota. Our warm summer and early fall are likely the cause.

by Paul Huttner

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September 27, 2021 9:35 AM

Some summery days this week; rain may hold off until Thursday

Temperatures will be warmer than normal for several more days. We have details on that, plus a fresh look at our rain chances later this week.

by Ron Trenda

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September 27, 2021 6:54 AM

Above-average Monday temps, with plenty of sunshine

Our Monday afternoon highs will be a bit cooler than Sunday’s highs, but still well above average.

by Ron Trenda

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September 26, 2021 6:29 PM

Summer-like temperatures as we head into October

Temperatures more typical of summer continue across Minnesota most of our first full week of fall, with sunshine the first part of the week, then a few showers late in the week.

by Nicole Mitchell