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Weekend weather: Warming trend with some places reaching the 40s

We aren’t expecting any big weather problems this weekend. Temps will be warmer than average, and most of us won’t see any rain or snow. We have your weekend forecast, plus the latest Minnesota snow depth map.
by Ron Trenda

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Warm and sunny weather through the weekend

Friday brings the start of a mild and sunny trend that will last through Sunday. Some temperatures could top 40 degrees.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Friday starts off noticeably warmer

Friday will remain breezy, but it also brings the start of a mild and sunny trend that will last through the weekend.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Major NOAA computer upgrade ahead

Major NOAA computer upgrade ahead

NOAA is about to more than double its weather and climate computing power.
by Paul Huttner

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Tracking the thaw: How warm will it get?

Tracking the thaw: How warm will it get?

A major February thaw is headed for Minnesota. How do forecasts models and meteorologists calculate temperature forecasts in different weather scenarios?
by Paul Huttner

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Weekend forecast: Mild temps, no signs of rain or snow

We aren’t expecting any arctic cold or heavy snow this weekend. We have your detailed weekend forecast and an update on Minnesota and Wisconsin snow depths.
by Ron Trenda

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A big warmup Thursday afternoon; 30s this weekend

Temperatures are finally on the rise after another brutally cold morning, setting us up for a mild and sunny weekend.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Birkebeiner forecast: Fast start, softer toward midday?

Birkebeiner forecast: Fast start, softer toward midday?

The 46th annual American Birkebeiner ski race in Wisconsin runs this Saturday. Weather conditions look favorable in the morning with temperatures warming above freezing in the afternoon.
by Paul Huttner

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