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Heavy Rainfall Continues from the Southwest to the Plains; Severe Thunderstorms in the Southern Plains

Pacific tropical moisture wrapping into a storm will continue a multi-day heavy rainfall event this week that will impact the Southwest into the Plains. Scattered severe thunderstorms capable of mainly severe wind gusts appear possible across portions of the southern Plains this afternoon into tonight. There is also a risk of isolated severe winds gusts and tornadoes in Kansas into Nebraska. Read More >

Overview

A relatively narrow band of early season snow stretched from far southeast South Dakota, into far northwest Iowa and southwest Minnesota on the morning of October 14, 2018. Amounts of 3 to 5 inches were common within the band, with isolated higher totals reported. The cold air mass which aided in producing the snow, also resulted in several record cold high temperatures for the date.

Regional Radar Loop from Midnight to 3 pm on Sunday, October 14, 2018
Radar Loop from Midnight to 3 pm Sunday, October 14, 2018
The joy of children! Image Image
These kids couldn't wait to get out and play in the fresh October snow in Sioux Falls!
(courtesy of @AutumnhopeA)

Bigelow, MN
(Courtesy of Jan-Warren Wass)

Lakefield, MN
(Courtesy of Lindsay Hodnefield)

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