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Detailed Race Weather Forecast for Grandma's Marathon 2013

Nick Cooper — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:08:25 +0000

Grandma’s Marathon is this weekend, and runners and spectators alike want to know what the weather will bring for the big race and the rest of the weekend's activities. Weather can vary between the starting location in Two Harbors and the finish line in Duluth, and as those who live in the Northland know, weather can change greatly from one hour to the next; so what will the weather be like for Grandma’s Marathon?

May Snowstorm Could Bring Significant Snow to Parts of the Twin Ports Region to Start May 2013

Nick Cooper — Wed, 01 May 2013 13:51:10 +0000

In giant curveball thrown following a few days of 60+ degree weather, significant snowfall is tracking into the region to start the month of May. Because of this approaching storm, the National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory from 7 pm Wednesday to 7 pm Thursday for the North Shore, Minnesota side of the [...]

Potentially Heavy Snow and Thundersnow to Hit Twin Ports Monday Night and Tuesday Morning

Nick Cooper — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 01:39:25 +0000

After breaking the April snowfall record by over 10 inches last week, it looks like we have the opportunity to see April 2013 down as an even bigger month in the category of snowfall with another major winter storm approaching the Duluth/Superior area.

How Much Snow Did We Get? See the Snowfall Totals For the April 18, 2013 Snow Storm [UPDATED]

Nick Cooper — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:45:06 +0000

Before snow started to fall on Thursday, Duluth sat very near a record for the most snowfall in the month of April. After some places saw between one and two feet of snow, we find ourselves digging out after the third major April snowstorm in a row. So, did we break any records and how much did we get?

What Looks Like the Last Winter Storm of April Could Bring Plenty of Slush, Ice, and Snow to the Northland

Nick Cooper — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:30:01 +0000

Light snow continues in the latest of a series of late-season storms that has laid record-breaking snowfall amounts on the Twin Ports. Here’s what to expect as this storm winds down today. We remain under a winter storm warning until 10 am in the Twin Ports region. Snow and windy conditions are expected to continue through the [...]

Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week is April 15-19, Siren Test Today April 18th

Chris Allen — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 05:32:02 +0000

In all fairness, when severe weather is coming and you hear a siren, even if it is a test, you panic a little. Well, fair warning, the siren will go off today. With all the severe weather you can count on us either live on the radio or updates on the internet to keep you up to date.

Is This Winter Abnormal? On Average, When Does the Last Snow Fall in Duluth?

Nick Cooper — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:50:20 +0000

This spring seems more like an extension of winter, with two major winter storms hitting in mid-April in the Twin Ports, and a third one on the way. How abnormal is it to see snow storms like this in the Duluth/ Superior area so late in the season?

Another April Snow Storm Targeting the Duluth / Superior Area and Northland to Start Next Week

Nick Cooper — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 13:00:14 +0000

If you haven’t had enough of the late-season snow, there is another round heading toward the Twin Ports and Northland for the end of the weekend.The National Weather Service is forecasting another major winter storm that will hit the region Sunday and into Monday. This storm has led to an issue of a winter storm [...]

Late-Season Winter Storm Makes for a Messy Friday in the Duluth/Superior Region [UPDATED]

Nick Cooper — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:30:05 +0000

A winter storm warning remains in effect for the Twin Ports region, and has been extended until 5 pm today (Friday) for falling snow and blowing/drifting snow. The strong, gusty winds off Lake Superior along with continued snowfall will make for messy conditions through the daytime hours today. What to Expect Winds are calming through the afternoon, [...]

Gusty Winds Off Lake Superior Offer Big Waves in Canal Park [PHOTOS]

Nick Cooper — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:36:41 +0000

The National Weather Service reported wind gusts well over 40 miles per hour earlier today, and the sensor on top of the Blatnik Bridge reportedly clocked wind gusts around 60 miles per hour as this late-season winter storm tracked into the Twin Ports. Those winds blowing ashore led to some pretty breathtaking waves washing up [...]

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for the Duluth / Superior Region as April Snow Storm Looks to Bring Several Inches of Snow

Nick Cooper — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 11:52:38 +0000

With temperatures flirting with 50 then dropping below freezing, this spring has certainly been a weather roller coaster. In another one of the low points of the season, the Twin Ports is the target of a winter storm that is expected to bring several inches of snow this weekend. In response to the approaching storm, the [...]

How Much Did We Get? Snowfall Totals for the Greater Duluth / Superior Area

Nick Cooper — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 04:56:45 +0000

When the snow arrived midday today, it came in full force. Heavy snowfall and strong wind made things messy, leading to area police departments issuing statements urging people to stay off the roads. Things were so bad, departments were actually pulling some squads off the roads. While the worst is definitely over, we can still [...]

Heavy and Wet Snow Heading for the Duluth / Superior Region Prompts a Winter Storm Warning

Nick Cooper — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 17:30:01 +0000

As the previously-issued winter storm watch mentioned, a significant snowstorm will be hitting a large portion of Minnesota and Wisconsin through the second half of the weekend and into Monday. This major snow event continues to develop, prompting the National Weather Service in Duluth to issue a winter storm warning for all of Central, East Central, [...]

Weekend Winter Storm Looks to Drop Several Inches of Snow on the Duluth / Superior Region

Nick Cooper — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 13:52:11 +0000

As the weather forecast for this weekend becomes clearer, it is becoming more evident that the Twin Ports and folks along the North and South Shores can expect several inches of snow in what could be our first major snow event of this season. This approaching storm system has prompted the National Weather Service to [...]

Punxsutawney Phil Does Not See Shadow; Predicts Early Spring

Staff Writer — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 21:20:38 +0000

Spring will arrive early this year, according to America’s most famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil. Phil did not see his shadow when he emerged from his home in Gobblers Knob, Pa. early Saturday morning. Legend has it that if the groundhog sees his shadow on Feb. 2 winter will last six more weeks. If he doesn’t [...]

Snow Heading to the Northland Leads to Winter Storm Watch Issued for Parts of the Greater Duluth / Superior Region

Nick Cooper — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:32:52 +0000

The frigidly cold arctic air the Twin Ports experienced this week is on its way out; and with the transition to warmer temperatures, significant snow is following. The immediate Duluth-Superior area is expected to see about 2-4 inches of snow overnight tonight and into the morning commute, making driving conditions slick with snow-covered roads making [...]

What Was The Coldest Temperature Ever Recorded In Duluth Minnesota?

Steve Tanko — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 16:02:55 +0000

The recent cold snap begs the question: “what was the coldest temperature ever recorded in Duluth, Minnesota”? The answer comes to us from the archives of the National Weather Service, and takes us back to the 1800′s. The coldest temperature recorded in Duluth was -41, which occurred on January 2, 1885. The winter of 1884-1885 [...]

Subzero Temperatures Lead to Spirit Mountain Closing Early on Monday and Tuesday

Nick Cooper — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 18:39:24 +0000

Extremely cold temperatures and wind chill values leading to the wind chill warning in effect through Tuesday have prompted officials at Spirit Mountain to close the hill early on Monday January 21 and Tuesday January 22, 2013.

Wind Chill Warning Issued for the Duluth / Superior Region as Arctic Air and Winds Approach

Nick Cooper — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 18:21:02 +0000

The first true arctic blast of the year is here, and it has air temperatures dropping well below zero with dangerous wind chills expected through late this week. The latest from the National Weather Service has a wind chill warning in effect now through noon Tuesday for the Minnesota side of the Twin Ports region, [...]

Dangerous Cold and Wind Moving Into the Northland Leads to Wind Chill Advisory for the Duluth / Superior Region

Nick Cooper — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 21:48:15 +0000

While the Twin Ports has seen a few cold days so far this winter, a stretch of days in the near future will see temperatures well below those seen so far. The cold, accompanied by breezy conditions have prompted the National Weather Service to issue a wind chill advisory for all of Northern Minnesota, including [...]