Weather and Climate News

March 16, 2018 3:56 AM

Warming trend, with wintry mix in SW Minnesota; spring flood outlook

Most of Minnesota will have an enjoyable Friday and weekend. Parts of far southwestern and south-central Minnesota will be dealing with a mix of rain, snow, light freezing rain and freezing drizzle this Friday afternoon into Friday night.

by Ron Trenda

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March 15, 2018 3:20 PM

Beer, but to get your attention on climate change

Plus, an unprecedented action in a California climate lawsuit and a climate solution in the heart of a city.

by Paul Huttner

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March 15, 2018 1:50 PM

Snowmelt continues for most of us; SW Minnesota will get more flakes

I’ve noticed shrinking snow cover on south-facing hills the past few days, while the snow cover is still substantial on many north-facing slopes. I guess Spring arrives a bit sooner if you’re on the sunny side of the street! Southwestern Minnesota snow A low pressure system will spin moisture over parts of far southern Minnesota Friday…

by Ron Trenda

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March 15, 2018 2:37 AM

Gradual snowmelt continues

A weak, dry cold front is sliding southward across Minnesota. Temperatures will be only slightly cooler Thursday than they were Wednesday, so snow melt will continue. High temperatures should be mostly in the 30s Thursday afternoon although the Twin Cities will probably just touch the low 40s. Winds will be rather light from the north…

by Bill Endersen