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Windy and warmer Monday; big waves possible on Lake Superior
We’ll see warmer temperatures the next couple of days, and there aren’t any really chilly temps in the 7-day outlook. We have details on that, plus a look at the potential for large waves on Lake Superior Monday.
It’s great to see the sunshine, but our Sunday highs will be cooler than normal. We have details on the warmer temps that are on tap for Monday, plus a look into mid-October. Leaf-peepers will also be interested in the latest fall color map.
We’ll get a chance to use our sunglasses today, but temps will be cool. Details on that, plus a look at fall colors.
Happy 50th anniversary to the National Weather Service and NOAA! Sunday will be chilly, but forecasters are happy to spread the word that warmer weather is headed our way. We have details on all that plus a look at our Minnesota fall colors.
Chilly weekend, then temps rebound
Chilly temps will linger through this weekend, then we’ll see the return of 60s and even some 70s this coming week. We have the details on all that, plus a look at Saturday shower chances and an updated fall color report.
It’ll be a very cool Saturday. Some of us could see some showers and a few areas might also see a few morning flakes. We have details on that, plus an update on our fall colors.
A pattern change brings much warmer air into Minnesota next week.
Temperatures remain cold through the weekend, and northern Minnesota even sees a chance for light snow. Then highs rebound into the 60s next week.
After a cold start, the state stays 10 to 15 degrees below average all of Friday.