El Niño 2026: Why this year's pattern could mean warmer Minnesota winter
A super El Niño is setting the stage for an especially wet and warm Minnesota winter, and the impact of the global weather pattern doesn't stop there.
A super El Niño is setting the stage for an especially wet and warm Minnesota winter, and the impact of the global weather pattern doesn't stop there.
How the 'Super El Niño' could affect our weather
This winter, we are expecting to see what is called a “Super El Niño.” FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz spoke with Dr. Kenny Blumenfeld, Minnesota, senior climatologist for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, about what exactly this could mean for us in Minnesota.
This winter, we are expecting to see what is called a “Super El Niño.” FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz spoke with Dr. Kenny Blumenfeld, Minnesota, senior climatologist for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, about what exactly this could mean for us in Minnesota.
Farmers Almanac winter forecast: What a strong El Niño means for your region
The Farmers Almanac’s winter forecast predicts a strong El Niño influence.
The Farmers Almanac’s winter forecast predicts a strong El Niño influence.
MN weather: Rainfall totals from Wednesday's storms
Multiple rounds of showers and storms brought beneficial rainfall to much of Minnesota, with some locations picking up more than an inch of rain. Here's a look at the highest rainfall totals from Wednesday's storms.
Multiple rounds of showers and storms brought beneficial rainfall to much of Minnesota, with some locations picking up more than an inch of rain. Here's a look at the highest rainfall totals from Wednesday's storms.
Tornado reported in southern MN during storms
A tornado has been reported in southern Minnesota as severe storms push through on Monday.
A tornado has been reported in southern Minnesota as severe storms push through on Monday.
Northern Minnesota snow totals following weekend storms
Back-to-back winter systems dumped heavy snowfall in northern Minnesota and parts of the Dakotas this weekend.
Back-to-back winter systems dumped heavy snowfall in northern Minnesota and parts of the Dakotas this weekend.
Northern Minnesota snow totals so far
Back-to-back winter storms leave northwestern Minnesota and North Dakota with some big totals.
Back-to-back winter storms leave northwestern Minnesota and North Dakota with some big totals.
Minnesota school closings for Thursday, April 2
Multiple schools are reporting closings, delays, or e-learning days due to a spring storm that's bringing rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow to Minnesota, which could lead to difficult travel conditions.
Multiple schools are reporting closings, delays, or e-learning days due to a spring storm that's bringing rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow to Minnesota, which could lead to difficult travel conditions.
Minnesota weather: Timeline of what to expect with freezing rain, sleet, snow
An overnight mix of rain, snow, ice and sleet is expected to create a messy commute on Thursday morning.
An overnight mix of rain, snow, ice and sleet is expected to create a messy commute on Thursday morning.
Minnesota weather: Overnight freezing rain expected to create icy conditions Thursday morning
A quiet Wednesday turns messy overnight as a mix of rain, snow, and ice moves into Minnesota.
A quiet Wednesday turns messy overnight as a mix of rain, snow, and ice moves into Minnesota.
MN weather: April storm brings possible sleet, snow beginning Wednesday
Most Minnesotans knew even though it was April we weren’t out of the woods yet. Active winter weather rolls across Minnesota beginning Wednesday evening, through the day Thursday.
Most Minnesotans knew even though it was April we weren’t out of the woods yet. Active winter weather rolls across Minnesota beginning Wednesday evening, through the day Thursday.
Minneapolis cleans up after March snowstorm
After a March snowstorm dropped inches of snow on the Twin Cities. Monday, people were out enjoying the powder and cleaning up.
After a March snowstorm dropped inches of snow on the Twin Cities. Monday, people were out enjoying the powder and cleaning up.
Winter storm creates travel headaches with flight cancellations
Our latest winter storm is making travel difficult across the country with thousands of flight delays and cancellations. FOX's Kailey Schuyler tells us what it's like in Nashville.
Our latest winter storm is making travel difficult across the country with thousands of flight delays and cancellations. FOX's Kailey Schuyler tells us what it's like in Nashville.
Minnesotans embracing March snow in latest winter storm
With most schools closed Monday due to our weekend winter storm, it was a day for kids to go skiing and sledding, and motorists to dig their cars out of the street. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.
With most schools closed Monday due to our weekend winter storm, it was a day for kids to go skiing and sledding, and motorists to dig their cars out of the street. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.
Storm cleanup: Wisconsin road conditions latest
Following a massive snowstorm that swept across Minnesota and Wisconsin that saw some areas receive more than a foot of snow over the weekend, Buffalo County Sheriff Mike Osmand checks in with FOX 9’s All Day to detail the latest road cleanup efforts following reportedly getting around 18 inches total accumulation.
Following a massive snowstorm that swept across Minnesota and Wisconsin that saw some areas receive more than a foot of snow over the weekend, Buffalo County Sheriff Mike Osmand checks in with FOX 9’s All Day to detail the latest road cleanup efforts following reportedly getting around 18 inches total accumulation.
I-35 reopens in Iowa after blizzard closure
Interstate 35 is back open in Iowa after blizzard conditions forced its closure on Sunday.
Interstate 35 is back open in Iowa after blizzard conditions forced its closure on Sunday.
MN weather: Roads have reopened, conditions improving
More than a foot of snow fell in some areas of southern Minnesota this weekend, leading to travel difficulties on area roads. Find live updates here.
More than a foot of snow fell in some areas of southern Minnesota this weekend, leading to travel difficulties on area roads. Find live updates here.
I-35 reopens in Iowa after blizzard shutdown
Interstate 35 has reopened in Iowa after it was shut down on Sunday due to blizzard conditions. Full info here.
Interstate 35 has reopened in Iowa after it was shut down on Sunday due to blizzard conditions. Full info here.
MN weather: Winter storm leads to 464 crashes, 651 vehicles off the road
A winter storm that swept across Minnesota over the weekend led to hundreds of crashes, multiple road closures and several no-travel advisories.
A winter storm that swept across Minnesota over the weekend led to hundreds of crashes, multiple road closures and several no-travel advisories.
Minnesota snow totals for March 14-15 winter storm
Heavy snow fell across much of Minnesota, with some areas of southern Minnesota picking up more than a foot. Here's a look at snow totals across Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Heavy snow fell across much of Minnesota, with some areas of southern Minnesota picking up more than a foot. Here's a look at snow totals across Minnesota and Wisconsin.