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Earth Day turns 50 on a day parts of Minnesota could hit 80

Southern Minnesota celebrates Earth Day Wednesday with some of the warmest weather so far this year. More seasonable and rainy weather returns for the rest of the week.
by Nicole Mitchell

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A large temperature contrast for Wednesday, with 80s possible

Minnesota will see a dramatic temperature range this Earth Day, from highs only in the 30s for some areas near Lake Superior to 70s and possibly 80s for southern Minnesota.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Warmer weather ahead plus a meteor shower overnight

Warmer weather ahead plus a meteor shower overnight

Parts of Minnesota will have excellent viewing for the Lyrid meteor shower overnight. Temperatures the next couple days go from below average Tuesday to very warm on Wednesday.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Cooler weather and less wind for Tuesday

Tuesday will bring cooler but otherwise much quieter weather across the state.  A few rain showers are possible later in the day.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Week ahead weather: Milder with a few chances for rain

A cold front Monday is bringing everything from rain and high winds to a fire risk, but overall this week is going to be much milder and more seasonable than last week.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Monday brings both rain and an elevated fire risk

A cold front slicing across Minnesota Monday will bring everything from possible light rain and snow to high winds that are contributing to an elevated fire danger.
by Nicole Mitchell

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