June 28-29, 2025 Severe Weather Summary
Published 2025-06-29
This is a summary of the severe weather from June 28 into the early morning hours of the 29th.
Summary of the June 25, 2025 Tornadoes
Published 2025-06-27
Summary of the June 16, 2025 Tornado
Published 2025-06-21
Latest Drought Information Statement for the MPX Area
Published 2025-06-20
Latest information on the drought impacting central and southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin
Preliminary info on the June 16, 2025 Tornadoes
Published 2025-06-17
Summary of the May 15, 2025 Tornadoes
Published 2025-05-16
Summary of April 28, 2025 Tornadoes
Published 2025-05-03
This is a preliminary assessment of the severe weather from April 28, 2025.
Severe Weather Awareness Week April 7-11, 2025 in Minnesota and Wisconsin
Published 2025-04-07
Summary of the April Fools Snow Storm
Published 2025-04-03
This is an overview of the April 1-2, 2025 spring storm that brought a combination of heavy snow, rain, and sleet to portions of Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
Summary of the I-90 Blizzard on March 19, 2025
Published 2025-03-21
Summary of the March 19, 2025 winter storm that brought blizzard conditions across southern Minnesota and I-90.
Summary of the March 14-15, 2025 Spring Storm
Published 2025-03-17
This is an overview of the March 14-15 , 2025 spring storm that brought a combination of severe storms and rain to southern and central Minnesota, and western Wisconsin as well as blizzard conditions across western Minnesota.
March 04-05, 2025 Blizzard
Published 2025-03-05
This is an overview of the March 04 to 05, 2025 powerful winter storm that cause significant impacts across southern and central Minnesota, and western Wisconsin.
Skywarn Classes for 2025
Published 2025-03-03
WFO Twin Cities 2025 Spring Flood Outlook - March 13 (Final Update)
Published 2025-02-27
The 2025 NWS Twin Cities Spring Flood threat has decreased since the previous outlook due to overall lack of snow and dry soil conditions. This means the main drivers in any potential spring flooding will be frost depth, and any future precipitation in the form of snow or rain. The 3rd and final outlook planned for March 13, 2025.
Now Accepting Applications for Summer Student Volunteers
Published 2025-01-24
December 19, 2024 Snow
Published 2024-12-23
Partial County Alerting for Hennepin County Has Been Implemented
Published 2024-12-23
KMPX Radar Data Outage
Published 2024-07-15
Soliciting Comments Through September 16 on Proposed Partial County Alerting for Hennepin County
Published 2024-07-03
Record Flooding in Southern Minnesota in June 2024
Published 2024-06-26
"HeatRisk" Expanded Nationwide This Summer
Published 2024-06-13
Additional Information Regarding Thursday April 11th Tornado Drills
Published 2024-04-09
Revenge of the Lost Winter: March 23-27, 2024 Storm
Published 2024-03-28
The Many Ways the 2023-2024 Winter Went Missing
Published 2024-03-02
Summary of numerous variables that highlight how unusually mild the winter of 2023-2024 was.
Latest Drought Information Update
Published 2024-02-22
Here is the latest drought information for the WFO Twin Cities area, as of Feb 22, 2024.
Watch, Warning, and Advisory Criteria for NWS Twin Cities
Published 2024-01-07
Warm and Rainy Record-Setting Christmas Holiday Weather
Published 2023-12-27
Halloween Climatology from the MN State Climate office
Published 2023-10-31
Rainfall Totals Saturday through 10:30am Sunday
Published 2023-09-24
Selected rainfall totals of 1.5" or greater from September 23 - 10:30am September 24.
Wet Bulb Globe Temperature vs. Heat Index
Published 2023-07-01
NWS plans to remove the term 'Advisory' - Please provide feedback on the display of future plain language headlines by June 16
Published 2023-05-29
NWS Twin Cities 2023 Spring Flood Outlook (Updated 4/06/2023)
Published 2023-04-06
Updated spring flood outlook for the Minnesota, Upper Mississippi, and Chippewa (WI) river basins, to account for upcoming storm systems.
Streak of days with at least 1 inch snow depth ends at MSP
Published 2023-03-26
Skywarn Recognition Day 2022 - Friday Evening Dec 2 Through Saturday Dec 3
Published 2022-12-01
Latest Snowfall Forecasts
Published 2022-11-28
âš ï¸Winter 2022-2023 Outlook: Colder than normal with drought continuing in Minnesota
Published 2022-10-20
NWS Twin Cities Drought Update - July 21
Published 2022-07-21
Rainfall Reports - Highest Amounts in Western Wisconsin
Published 2022-07-15
Rainfall map and reports from Friday Morning
Severe Weather Summary for May 30th
Published 2022-06-01
Damaging winds and tornadoes looked to be the main threats, as a bowing line of severe thunderstorms lifted northeast through western Minnesota into central Minnesota during the late afternoon and early evening on Memorial Day, May 30th. Numerous reports of damage were received.
Survey Information for May 30/31 Storms
Published 2022-05-31
Survey Info for Storms from May 30th/31st 2022.
May 12th, 2022 Derecho Summary
Published 2022-05-26
Peak Wind Gusts Sunday, Nov 6
Published 2022-04-15
Summer Volunteer Opportunities with NWS Twin Cities
Published 2022-03-08
Click here for more information on this summer's volunteer opportunity at NWS Twin Cities
Final 2022 MPX Spring Flood Outlook - March 10
Published 2022-02-27
Final 2022 spring flood outlook for WFO MPX issued March 10.
Washington's Birthday Naming History
Published 2022-02-14
Historic, Unprecedented Storm of December 15-16, 2021 -- Updated Jan 27 --
Published 2021-12-16
Details on the historic weather event that impacted the central plains and Upper Midwest December 15-16
TODAY`S VOLATILE DAY OF WEATHER HAS NOT BEEN SEEN BEFORE IN DECEMBER
Published 2021-12-15
An outbreak of severe thunderstorms producing widespread wind damage is expected early this evening. Another round of very strong winds then expected overnight with plummeting temperatures. A flash freeze is likely. Some accumulating snow is possible across western and central Minnesota late tonight.
Soliciting Comments on the Consolidation of Hard Freeze and Freeze headlines through December 18
Published 2021-11-18
The NWS is considering consolidation of freeze headlines and is asking for feedback via survey.
Summary of September 17, 2021 Preliminary Survey Results
Published 2021-09-20
A line of severe thunderstorms moved across southern Minnesota during the early morning hours of September 17th. The bulk of the storm reports and damage occurred between 2-4 AM CDT. A damage survey conducted on Friday found 4 EF-0 QLCS tornadoes occurred (3 within the southern Twin Cities metro). Received reports of numerous areas with straight-line wind damage.
High-end Severe Thunderstorm Warnings now alerting on smartphones
Published 2021-08-01
Air Quality Alert Until 3 PM Tuesday
Published 2021-07-20
An unprecedented air quality event is underway. Heavy smoke from wildfires in Ontario and Manitoba will linger around through Tuesday. The worst air quality is expected on Sunday when much of the region will fall into the "Very Unhealthy" category. This level is considered very unhealthy for everyone. Visibilities will also be significantly impacted.
The NWS is soliciting comments on a proposal to replace "Advisories" and "Special Weather Statements" through July 31, 2021
Published 2021-07-19
New Meteorologist in Charge Announcement
Published 2021-06-01
Remembering the North Minneapolis Tornado of May 22, 2011
Published 2021-05-21
A look back at the May 22, 2011 tornado that moved from St Louis Park to North Minneapolis to Blaine.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021 Final Tornado Summary
Published 2021-05-20
Wednesday, May 19, 2021 Severe Weather Summary
Extremely Low Humidity on Saturday
Published 2021-05-02
Last Skywarn spotter online training class for 2021 on May 3 at 7 pm
Published 2021-03-23
Skywarn Spotter Online Training Classes have been announced!
Meteorologist in Charge Dan Luna Retires
Published 2021-02-26
2021 Spring Flood Outlook
Published 2021-02-12
Snowfall Amounts Across The Region
Published 2020-12-27
Historical Chances of a White Christmas
Published 2020-12-17
NWS Chanhassen Virtual Skywarn Recognition Day Through Saturday Afternoon
Published 2020-12-04
What's the weather normally like on Thanksgiving?
Published 2020-11-24
Does Snow in October Mean We're in for a Tough Winter?
Published 2020-10-30
24 Hour Snowfall Reports
Published 2020-10-25
The "Winter Storm Severity Index" (WSSI) is Now Operational
Published 2020-10-15
Probabilistic Snowfall Graphics Have Begun for the Season
Published 2020-10-15
2020 Growing Season Ends With Hard Freeze Sunday Morning
Published 2020-10-04
Hard freeze, growing season 2020
Summary of August 14, 2020 Severe Weather Event
Published 2020-08-27
Severe thunderstorms developed across Western Minnesota Friday afternoon, August 14th. These storms produced several tornadoes across the region, as well as numerous reports of wind damage. Survey results are preliminary and not an exhaustive list of all tornadoes that were reported.
July_25-26_Rainfall_Reports
Published 2020-07-26
Damage survey results of the tornadoes from early morning and late evening of July 18, 2020
Published 2020-07-13
Independence Day Climatology
Published 2020-07-02
10th Anniversary of the Historic June 17th Tornado Outbreak
Published 2020-06-17
NWS is proposing major changes to the Watch/Warning/Advisory system - your feedback is needed through 8/21!
Published 2020-06-13
Summary of May 6, 1965 Twin Cities Tornadoes
Published 2020-05-05
Learn weather at home! Check out fun weather tools, games and more. 📚
Published 2020-04-23
Latest Storm Reports
Published 2020-04-20
Rusk County Hail Event April 7th, 2020
Published 2020-04-10
March 12 Update: Spring Flood Outlook
Published 2020-03-12
Updated spring flood outlook from NWS Twin Cities
Feb 13 Update: Spring Flood Outlook
Published 2020-02-13
Top 10 Wisconsin Weather Events of 2019
Published 2020-01-04
Top 10 Wisconsin Weather Events of 2019
Point and Click Pages Are Not Updating
Published 2019-11-22
NWS point and click pages are not updating correctly. Technicians are troubleshooting the issue and it is hoped to be resolved by this evening. We apologize for the inconvenience. Click 'Read More' to access a link to county forecasts.
KMPX Radar Outage This Week
Published 2019-11-06
Statewide Snowfall Probabilities for Minnesota
Published 2019-11-05
Snow Probability Graphics Have Begun For The Season
Published 2019-10-08
Summary of the August 26, 2019 Tornadoes in Mille Lacs County
Published 2019-08-28
Summary of August 5, 2019 Severe Weather Event
Published 2019-08-20
50 YEARS AGO: Remembering the deadly August 6, 1969 Northwoods Tornado Outbreak
Published 2019-08-06
Summary of the July 28, 2019 Tornadoes - Updated 8/3 9:15 AM
Published 2019-07-30
Summary of July 19, 2019 Severe Weather Event
Published 2019-07-27
Storm Report Summary From Friday's Storms
Published 2019-07-27
Summary of storm reports from Friday/Saturday July 26-27
A Muggy and Stormy Period - July 14th to 19th, 2019
Published 2019-07-24
Summary of Storm Survey in Rusk County - July 4th 2019
Published 2019-07-06
An EF0 Tornado occurred in Rusk County. Preliminary track line was 7.7 miles with a maximum width of 100 yards, and maximum speed of 85 mph.
Summary of Severe Storms in Southwest Minnesota - June 20 2019
Published 2019-06-22
Two supercells produced large hail, damaging wind, and a few tornadoes across southwest Minnesota on Thursday, June 20 2019.
Severe Weather from June 04 2019
Published 2019-06-05
Overview of the severe storms from June 04 2019
Air Quality Alert for East Central and Southeast Minnesota Until Noon Sunday
Published 2019-05-31
Spring Flood Outlook (March 7th Update)
Published 2019-03-06
Watch, Warning Advisory Map Not Updating
Published 2019-02-24
February 20, 2019 Snow Event Summary
Published 2019-02-21
February 2019 Set Many Records for Snowfall
Published 2019-02-13
Coldest Temperatures and Wind Chills Observed This Week
Published 2019-01-30
Winter Storm Sunday Afternoon and Sunday Night, Then Dangerously Cold Next Week
Published 2019-01-23
Occasional heavy snow is expected from Sunday afternoon through Sunday night. Snow totals of 6 to 10 inches are expected across much of the region. The heaviest totals are currently expected across east central Minnesota into western Wisconsin. Potentially historic cold will then surge south behind the system, with wind chills in the -40s and -50s by Wednesday morning.
We want your feedback on Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA)
Published 2018-12-18
Forecast Assessment for the December 1, 2018 Winter Storm
Published 2018-12-04
2018-19 Winter Outlook
Published 2018-10-19
National Test of the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) and Emergency Alert System (EAS) Wednesday at 1:18 PM CDT
Published 2018-09-30
August 27 2018 Severe Weather Summary
Published 2018-08-29
Summary of the severe weather from August 27, 2018.
Dew Point Records in the Twin Cities
Published 2018-06-18
Memorial Day 2018 Heat Indices
Published 2018-05-29
Minnesota Wisconsin Memorial Day 2018 Heat Indices
History of Weather for the Baseball Home Opener
Published 2018-04-05
Remembering the Tornadoes of March 29, 1998 (Comfrey, St Peter, Le Center, and more)
Published 2018-03-28
Forecast Assessment for the Historic April 13-16, 2018 Winter Storm/Blizzard
Published 2018-03-10
One Year Anniversary of the Earliest Tornadoes in Minnesota History
Published 2018-03-06
Winter Weather Safety Information
Published 2018-01-30
Minnesota Tornadoes in 2017
Published 2018-01-16
NWS Twin Cities to Begin Grading Winter Storm Forecasts
Published 2018-01-08
Christmas Day to New Year's Eve Coldest in Twin Cities in 132 Years
Published 2018-01-02
Christmas Day to New Year's Eve Coldest in Twin Cities in 132 Years
Top 5 Weather Events of 2017 in Minnesota
Published 2018-01-02
Top 5 Weather Events of 2017 in Minnesota
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