Storms start to move out of Minnesota, continue for western Wisconsin

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Much of the state is anticipating a weekend blast of snow — but that wintry weather will kickstart a wave of cold weather.

“In fact, it may be a streak-y pattern that lasts, oh gosh, anywhere from nine to 12 or maybe 14 days,” meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley told MPR News host Cathy Wurzer.

The extreme cold will mostly affect the northern parts of the state.

If the forecast holds up, areas like International Falls, in the “icebox” of Minnesota, can expect to see over 20 days of subzero temperatures. 

The temperature — and snow — disparity between the northern and southern parts of the state have been pretty stark all month. But over the next few days, the state can unify under colder and snowy temperatures. 

Wurzer spoke with Seeley about the incoming snow in their weekly weather chat. Listen to the full conversation by clicking the player above.

Cathy Wurzer

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A blast of snowfall is expected for the weekend. According to climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley, it comes with a wave of cold, especially for the north.

Weekend snowstorm expected to kick off a streak of cold weather

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