White Christmas chances dwindling as only 18% of US is snow-covered with no cold air in sight

There are no signs of any arctic air masses invading the country until at least January, resulting in a considerable shortage of snow in many major cities across the nation.

Thursday's Forecast: Sunny and warm
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Temps will remain above average and there's no snow in sight for the foreseeable future. Rain is expected Tomorrow night.

Dry winter makes for December wildfire risk in MN
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The risk of wildfires is likely to increase throughout the next week due to the lack of snow, unusually warm weather and dry conditions across Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) warns.

Vikings: Marking 13 years since the Metrodome roof collapse

This week marked the 13-year anniversary of one of the more iconic moments in what was a miserable season in 2010 for the Minnesota Vikings.

Mild midweek temps continue to rise with sunshine
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Temperatures will rise midweek and continue to increase, topping out around 50 degrees on Thursday for most of the Twin Cities. A lack of snow and plenty of sunshine could lead to rain on Friday.

Minnesota weather: Warm trend continues
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It sure doesn't feel like December in Minnesota. But, the warmer weather will continue for the week ahead.

White Christmas chances dwindling as December warmth expected to dominate US weather

So far, the beginning of meteorological winter, which runs from Dec. 1 to Feb. 29, has been mild. Right now, there are no indications of arctic air invading the country, the FOX Forecast Center said. This situation has resulted in a substantial lack of snow for many major cities nationwide.

Tuesday's Forecast: Chillier, but seasonable
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Highs Tuesday will hit the upper 20s, but more change is afoot as another warming trend moves into the area Wednesday.

MN weather: Cold front causes temps to drop
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A cold front heading through the state will drop temperatures tonight and keep things cool Tuesday. But, as the cold front sweeps through, it'll kick out the clouds causing temperatures to rise Wednesday. After Wednesday the week will be warm again, with temperatures in the 40s.

Record heat turning 'Ice Castles' showcase into puddles across Plains, Midwest and soon Northeast

Temperatures are 20-30 degrees above average for this time of year. The heat pushed opening back weeks for Utah and Minnesota parks. The entire warm pocket pushes east for the weekend.

MN weather: Sun may peak through Monday
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The sun may peak through the clouds later Monday afternoon, but by Tuesday a cold front will move through the state causing the clouds to dissipate. Man made snow on ski hills made for some snow showers in the west metro, all the way to the MSP airport.

Ski hill making snow, creating mini snow storm
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Local ski hills that are making snow are actually producing snow showers downwind of the hills Monday morning. This is leading to coatings of snow several miles from the hills themselves. The perfect conditions are needed for this including light winds, temps ~20�, & high relative humidity.