Stay Curious. Stay Connected.
MailNewsletters♡Donate Now
Sign up
*Password must be at least 8 characters and contain one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one number and one symbol.
Already have an account?
By submitting, you consent that you are at least 18 years of age and to receive information about MPR's or APMG entities' programs and offerings. The personally identifying information you provide will not be sold, shared, or used for purposes other than to communicate with you about MPR, APMG entities, and its sponsors. You may opt-out at any time clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email communication. View our Privacy Policy.
Sign in to your profile
Forgot Password?
New to MPR News?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Reset Password

Enter the username on file and we'll send you a code to reset your password.

Still require assistance or not sure what your User Name is?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Email Verification

A verification code has been emailed to

Still awaiting the code?

Updraft® - Minnesota Weather News

Updraft® is your source for Minnesota forecasts and insights from our expert meteorologists, Paul Huttner, Sven Sundgaard and Mandy Thalhuber.

MPR News brings you the latest weather outlook, across all of Minnesota, so you can be better prepared for your day.

Widespread rain transitions to freezing rain, sleet and snow

Widespread rain transitions to freezing rain, sleet and snow

The recent spring storm is expected to bring rain, freezing rain, and snow to parts of Minnesota. A messy transition will take place late Saturday night into Sunday morning, with snow accumulation possible by Sunday afternoon. Breezy winds will persist throughout the weekend, with gusts exceeding 20 mph.
by Mandy Thalhuber

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Log inCreate a free Account

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Spring storm will bring rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow to Minnesota

Spring storm will bring rain, freezing rain, sleet and snow to Minnesota

After a record-breaking Friday with temperatures in the 80s and thunderstorms, winter makes a comeback with a mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet, and snow. A complex storm system is expected to affect the region from Saturday into Sunday.
by Mandy Thalhuber

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Log inCreate a free Account

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Record-breaking Friday; wintry mess on Saturday

Record-breaking Friday; wintry mess on Saturday

Record-breaking warmth is possible on Friday, with temperatures soaring into the 70s and 80s across the metro and southern Minnesota. However, a spring storm system will move in on Saturday, bringing a wintry mix of freezing rain, sleet, rain, and snow.
by Mandy Thalhuber

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Log inCreate a free Account

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Complicated weekend forecast with two rounds of wintry precipitation

Complicated weekend forecast with two rounds of wintry precipitation

Temperatures will vary greatly from south to north Friday. The first round of wintry precipitation will affect northern Minnesota Friday and the rest of the state Saturday into early Sunday. 
by Sven Sundgaard

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Log inCreate a free Account

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Sunshine and 60s Thursday followed by thunderstorms and snow

Sunshine and 60s Thursday followed by thunderstorms and snow

A calm before the storm with filtered sunshine and temperatures rising into the 50s and 60s Thursday. By Friday, highs will soar into the 70s and 80s before the next system arrives, bringing a threat of severe weather to the south, accumulating snow to central Minnesota and the potential for ice up north.
by Mandy Thalhuber

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Log inCreate a free Account

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!