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Sunday Evening Northland Forecast: 2/15/2026

The Return of Winter

No, it’s not quite Spring, yet. In fact, “Astronomical Spring” doesn’t arrive until March 20th. So, we’ve got a little way to go. However, our recent string of days filled with sunshine, and highs in the 40’s has made it seem like Winter is winding down. That may in fact, be true. But, it won’t feel like it, starting Tuesday….

Thursday Evening Northland Forecast: 2/12/2026

A Sunny and Warm Friday the 13th

Fear of Friday the 13th, known as paraskevidekatriaphobia or friggatriskaidekaphobia, is a widespread superstition. However, I don’t think it has any connection to weather. At least, I hope not. After we all fought through windchills of -50, just a few weeks ago, the weather has been absolutely terrific, and easy, this week. I’ve only had to wear 3 layers of clothes, instead of…

Friday Evening Northland Forecast: 1/16/2026

A Cold and Windy Weekend

Historically, January 17th is the coldest day of the year in Minnesota. On average. Over the last 125 years or so. That’s what climate records tell us. And, right on time, some of the coldest air of the year (so far), has arrived. A low pressure system that dove through the area from Canada, did two things. It produced about…