Minnesota Zoo animals are ecstatic it's snowing!

While the snowfall causes havoc on metro roads, the animals at the Minnesota Zoo are having a blast playing in the fresh snow. 

Tuesday weather: Update on snow
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At 1 p.m. on Tuesday, meteorologist Jennifer McDermed provided an update on the snow and what to expect.

Roads expected to deteriorate throughout Tuesday as snow falls
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With several inches of snow expected on Tuesday, the conditions on roadways in Minnesota are expected to worsen as the day progresses.

Tuesday's forecast: The snow arrives!
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The snow is expected to fall through the early evening hours, leaving behind 4-7 inches.

‘Winter SKOLstice’ plans return, Minnesota Ice Maze addition

The Vikings Lakes Winter SKOLstice returns on Jan. 6 with more than 45 days of winter-themed activities including an ice maze, curling and pond hockey.

Rescuers help 200 fishermen trapped on floating chunk of ice in Minnesota

An estimated 200 people ice fishing on Upper Red Lake in northern Minnesota became trapped on a large chunk of ice that broke free earlier Monday.

Accumulating snow headed for much of Minnesota on Tuesday

After a gloriously mild Thanksgiving weekend, we're rounding out the month on a snowy note for at least some of us.

Giving Tuesday: How you can help donate to recent weather disasters

An estimated 35 million participated in Giving Tuesday last year, with more than $2 billion going to different causes during the holiday season.

Monday is the calm for before the storm

Minnesota will have a calm, pleasant day Monday before the snow arrives Tuesday.

Minnesota weather: Snow in the forecast for the week ahead
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After a quiet Thanksgiving forecast, we have snow chances and cold temperatures back in the seven day. Monday remains mild with highs in the low 40s, a cloudy sky, and noticeable wind from the south. Tuesday is our best chance for snow, and this may impact the morning and evening commute. The colder temperatures arrive by Wednesday with highs in the low 20s.

Minnesota weather: Quiet end to holiday weekend before snow arrives

Sunday's temperature will reach into the mid 30s with plenty of sunshine. Looking ahead, we could see measurable snow on Tuesday.

Minnesota weather: Quiet end to holiday weekend before snow arrives
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The Thanksgiving holiday weekend will end on a calm note, with highs in the mid 30s and light cloud coverage. Looking ahead at the work week, a measurable amount of snow could arrive on Tuesday.

Minnesota weather: Warm Saturday, cooler temps ahead

After a lovely, warm, and sunny Friday in the 50s, we're in store for more of the same for Saturday. 

Minnesota weather: Warm Saturday, cooler temps ahead
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With abundant sunshine in store for Saturday afternoon, high temperatures will soar into the low 50s with a light wind out of the Southwest. Get outside and enjoy this unseasonable weather before cooler temps arrive on Sunday.

Minnesota weather: Sunny skies for Black Friday

The weather will be sunny and cool for people enjoying shopping on Black Friday. 

Minnesota weather: Sunny skies for Black Friday
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Friday will be a high of 47, with a low of 35 degrees and plenty of sunshine in the Twin Cities. Our next chance for snow could be on Tuesday.

Minnesota weather: Above-average temps for the weekend
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Above-average temperatures are expected to continue through the weekend. But next week, the forecast is hinting at cooler temperatures and maybe some snow.