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September 2, 2021 5:38 PM

Another soaker for most of Minnesota into Friday

1 to 3 inches likely in western Minnesota. Less rain east.

by Paul Huttner

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September 2, 2021 11:55 AM

Weekend forecast: Mostly dry; Saturday shower chance far north

It’ll feel like September this weekend. Most of us won’t see any rain on Saturday or Sunday. We have the details for you.

by Ron Trenda

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September 2, 2021 10:20 AM

Minnesota drought conditions improve, with more rain moving in

Last week’s heavy rain across much of Minnesota made a dent in the drought for most of the state. A storm Thursday and Friday brings a renewed rain chance to some of the areas that still desperately need precipitation.

by Nicole Mitchell

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September 2, 2021 7:11 AM

Rain returns Thursday across Minnesota

Needed rain that spreads across Minnesota throughout the day Thursday will also be responsible for keeping temperatures cooler.

by Nicole Mitchell

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September 1, 2021 5:31 PM

Another shot of rain Thursday; above average Labor Day weekend

Our next shot of rain moves across Minnesota Thursday and Thursday night into early Friday.

by Paul Huttner

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September 1, 2021 2:20 PM

Consistent heat and warm nights drove our hottest summer on record

Meteorological summer of 2021 was the hottest on record for much of Minnesota.

by Paul Huttner

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September 1, 2021 7:35 AM

Summer 2021: The hottest on record for many across Minnesota

Coming off what was the hottest summer on record for many spots around the state, September is off to a more seasonable start, with highs mostly in the 70s.

by Nicole Mitchell