Sweat, grit and a cold front: Ian Leonard on his final Ironman and the winter weather forecast ahead
Now retired Ironman and FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard isn’t slowing down just because he crossed his final finish line. In this candid conversation, he opens up about the sweat, grit, and downright dirty details of his last Ironman race and some of his favorite Ironman memories. But true to form, Ian doesn’t stop there. He also looks ahead to the winter weather on the horizon, sharing what Minnesotans can expect as the temperatures drop and the snow moves in.
Now retired Ironman and FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard isn’t slowing down just because he crossed his final finish line. In this candid conversation, he opens up about the sweat, grit, and downright dirty details of his last Ironman race and some of his favorite Ironman memories. But true to form, Ian doesn’t stop there. He also looks ahead to the winter weather on the horizon, sharing what Minnesotans can expect as the temperatures drop and the snow moves in.
Minnesota weather: Winter weather advisory, slushy start Tuesday morning
The first accumulating snowflakes of the season are expected to move across southern Minnesota and some of the Twin Cities Tuesday morning.
The first accumulating snowflakes of the season are expected to move across southern Minnesota and some of the Twin Cities Tuesday morning.
Winter weather advisories, warnings: What they mean
FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz explains winter weather advisories and warning terms Minnesotans are likely to hear in forecasts.
FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz explains winter weather advisories and warning terms Minnesotans are likely to hear in forecasts.
Here's how much warmer your winter has gotten since 1970
Winter is now the U.S.’s fastest-warming season. Here’s how much warmer your winter has gotten since 1970, according to new data.
Winter is now the U.S.’s fastest-warming season. Here’s how much warmer your winter has gotten since 1970, according to new data.
Arctic blast cold-stuns iguanas in Florida during record-setting temperature plunge
A frozen iguana was spotted in Boca Raton, Florida on Tuesday, as the coldest air of the season spread across the eastern U.S., setting several low temperatures across the Sunshine State.
A frozen iguana was spotted in Boca Raton, Florida on Tuesday, as the coldest air of the season spread across the eastern U.S., setting several low temperatures across the Sunshine State.
Record lows hit Jacksonville, Chicago sees snow
Parts of the U.S. got an early taste of winter on Monday, as record-low temperatures hit Jacksonville, Florida, while areas of Chicago received over a foot of snow. FOX 9’s meteorologist Cody Matz reports.
Parts of the U.S. got an early taste of winter on Monday, as record-low temperatures hit Jacksonville, Florida, while areas of Chicago received over a foot of snow. FOX 9’s meteorologist Cody Matz reports.
170 million Americans brace for deep freeze as temps plunge near record lows, even in Florida
Over 100 million Americans from Boston to Tampa, will get an early taste of winter this week, thanks to a sweeping cold front that will bring the coldest air of the season starting Sunday and lasting into next week.
Over 100 million Americans from Boston to Tampa, will get an early taste of winter this week, thanks to a sweeping cold front that will bring the coldest air of the season starting Sunday and lasting into next week.
Minnesota weather: Snow in the southwest, flurries and sprinkles possible elsewhere
It's a cold weekend with snow in the southwestern corner of Minnesota on Saturday morning as a clipper system slides through the Midwest.
It's a cold weekend with snow in the southwestern corner of Minnesota on Saturday morning as a clipper system slides through the Midwest.
Light snowfall hits Gunflint Trail area in northern Minnesota
Images shared by the National Weather Service in Duluth and the Gunflint Lodge show light snowfall in the area.
Images shared by the National Weather Service in Duluth and the Gunflint Lodge show light snowfall in the area.
Hurricane Melissa approaching landfall: A look inside the storm
Widespread damage is expected in Jamaica when Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica on Tuesday. Here's the latest on the hurricane.
Widespread damage is expected in Jamaica when Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica on Tuesday. Here's the latest on the hurricane.
Hurricane Melissa strengthens to Category 5
Hurricane Melissa strengthened into a Category 5 storm Monday as it churned toward Jamaica with winds topping 160 mph and rainfall totals that could exceed 30 inches.
Hurricane Melissa strengthened into a Category 5 storm Monday as it churned toward Jamaica with winds topping 160 mph and rainfall totals that could exceed 30 inches.
Wild winter weather ahead? Ian Leonard breaks down NOAA?s forecast
The first flakes have fallen in Minnesota, and NOAA?s outlook points to a colder, snowier season ahead. FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard explains what a La Ni?a winter could mean for the Upper Midwest ? and why this year?s setup might finally deliver on the forecast.
The first flakes have fallen in Minnesota, and NOAA?s outlook points to a colder, snowier season ahead. FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard explains what a La Ni?a winter could mean for the Upper Midwest ? and why this year?s setup might finally deliver on the forecast.
Here's what the arrival of La Niña means for your winter weather
La Niña has returned for a second consecutive go-around this autumn and winter, and it could have a noticeable influence on seasonal weather patterns.
La Niña has returned for a second consecutive go-around this autumn and winter, and it could have a noticeable influence on seasonal weather patterns.
Deadly North Dakota tornado upgraded to EF5
A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down how the research led to the upgrade.
A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down how the research led to the upgrade.
Here’s when to expect the first freeze of the season
The first freeze of the season may not be far away for many areas of the U.S.
The first freeze of the season may not be far away for many areas of the U.S.
Snow plow driver test course at State Fair
Snow plow drivers in training had their skills tested at an obstacle course at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.
Snow plow drivers in training had their skills tested at an obstacle course at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.
Flash flooding in Baxter, Minnesota
Heavy rain caused flash flooding in Baxter, Minnesota, on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. Here is video sent to FOX 9 from Tina Becker.
Heavy rain caused flash flooding in Baxter, Minnesota, on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. Here is video sent to FOX 9 from Tina Becker.
Severe thunderstorm warnings in northern MN: 11:45 a.m. update
Severe thunderstorms are pushing through northern Minnesota on Friday afternoon, which is prompted severe thunderstorm warnings and a flash food warning in the Brainerd Lakes area.
Severe thunderstorms are pushing through northern Minnesota on Friday afternoon, which is prompted severe thunderstorm warnings and a flash food warning in the Brainerd Lakes area.
Brisk morning turns to beautiful Sunday
A brisk Sunday morning will give way to plenty of sunshine for a beautiful Sunday before a warmup in the week ahead.
A brisk Sunday morning will give way to plenty of sunshine for a beautiful Sunday before a warmup in the week ahead.
MN weather: Widespread heavy rain in the metro - 7:20 a.m. update
FOX 9's Keith Marler gives the latest on storms pushing through the Twin Cities Saturday morning, which are bringing heavy rain and strong winds.
FOX 9's Keith Marler gives the latest on storms pushing through the Twin Cities Saturday morning, which are bringing heavy rain and strong winds.