Happy Winter Solstice! While it's the shortest day in terms of sunrise and sunset, we will still have plenty of sun shining through, with temperatures warming nicely today. As for holiday travel, much of the week looks fine. (1/2) #ndwx #mnwx

We are still dealing with the wind today, with blowing snow in open areas of the northern valley, and even where the snow is staying put, temps will be in the single digits today. Tomorrow is looking nicer, and we are tracking a warm-up heading out to the holidays. #ndwx #mnwx

Whiteout conditions continue through the valley this afternoon, with I-29 closed from Fargo up to the Canadian border. As the heavy bands shift to the SE, we will continue to see low visibility throughout the valley and Lakes Country into tonight. (Fargo Video ~1 pm) #ndwx #mnwx

Now that's much nicer. Still in the teens this morning, but by the afternoon we'll have 20s for most, with a few 30s out west. Then tomorrow, tack another 20 degrees onto that, but we'll have a bit of a breeze, and then the focus will shift to the next round of snow. #ndwx #mnwx

It's one more frigid morning before the warm-up. We once again have the coldest air-mass in the lower-48, as lows have dropped to the 20s below across much of NW Minnesota. We do warm into the single digits today, and we even have an above-freezing day coming up soon. #ndwx #ndwx

A frigid morning all around, and not much warming today, so make sure you find ways to stay warm if you need to head out. While the cold is here this weekend, it will not last much longer than that, but once warmer weather returns, so do the snowflakes shortly after. #ndwx #mnwx

Bundle up this morning, as it'll be like walking into the freezer throughout the region. It's the coldest morning of the winter so far, and highs will stay in the single digits this afternoon. There are warmer days ahead, but those will come with chances for snow. #ndwx #mnwx

Light snow continues to move in to central ND this morning, and will continue to slowly slide to the southeast today. For the valley, the flakes will be few and far between, but there is a better chance for light accumulations across south-central ND. #ndwx #mnwx

Bundle up a bit if you have outdoor plans today. Yesterday was our coldest day of winter so far, with highs in the teens and low 20s. Much of the valley will be even colder, in the low to mid-teens today. That chill will look to stick around into early December. #ndwx #mnwx

A gentle snow globe-esque scene across North Dakota this morning. The heavy snow has dipped into SD and continues to slide south, leaving us with light snow and flurries for the morning. However, most of the region is still dealing with partly covered roads to start. #ndwx #mnwx

If you didn't get a chance to enjoy the 50s yesterday, you're in luck, as today is another warm day. Highs will be close to current records for much of the valley. Monday will still be in the 40s, but the focus will shift to rain turning to snow by Tuesday morning. #ndwx #mnwx

If you've put off putting up holiday lights, this weekend will be one of the last mild chances. We will see sunshine today and tomorrow, so take advantage of those mild temps. By Monday night, Mother Nature flips the switch, and temps go tumbling through Thanksgiving. #ndwx #mnwx

Today continues the mild stretch we have had for a bit, so get out and enjoy the sunshine, with highs near 40° for most. You'll want to soak up that sun while you can, because for the week ahead, I'm keeping an eye on cloudy days and a few rounds of showers/sprinkles. #ndwx #mnwx

We're talking about a cool-down today, but here's the great part: it's still going to be pretty mild for mid-November, and with sunshine, this weekend will be nice to get outside and enjoy a nice November weekend. #ndwx #mnwx

It's a frigid start to this Sunday morning, and the wind isn't going to be helping out today. Lows have dropped to the low teens for much of the region, with wind chills so far on either side of 0°. Today will be blustery and cloudy, with an isolated flurry possible. #ndwx #mnwx

We're seeing snow sticking across much of central ND this morning, with the steadiest snow so far being around Minot. As we go through the day, these bands will drift to the southeast, and by the afternoon most of the flakes will be moving out of the region. #ndwx #mnwx

We are battling a brisk breeze as we head towards sunrise today. Winds are still out of the south early today, but with temperatures in the 30s, it's feeling a bit chilly to start off your Sunday. Through the day we will warm up plenty, with a mix of sun & clouds. #mnwx #ndwx

October wrapped up yesterday on a seasonable note, but for much of the month, it was warm and wet. I'll have much more on First News, but here's a peek: the northern valley dealt with the heaviest showers, leading to the 12th wettest October on record for Grand Forks. #mnwx #ndwx

Already a gusty start to your Sunday throughout the Valley, as winds are staying out of the south, and we have seen those winds get up to near 40 mph already. So hold on to your hat if you head out this afternoon, but temperatures will be nice, with highs in the 60s. #ndwx #mnwx

Still pondering when you'll get the chance to go out to pick your perfect pumpkin?🎃Today's going to be a pretty picture perfect day to do so, as the leaves will rustle around a bit on that south breeze, but highs top out near 60° for most of the region this afternoon. #ndwx #mnwx

A slight chill to start off your Sunday. Lows dipped to the 30s for much of the valley, but we have a calm and sunny day ahead. Get out and enjoy this seasonable afternoon, because then we are tracking in rain, cooler temps, and winds picking up to start the week. #ndwx #mnwx

It's a breezy day ahead across the valley, so expect leaves and corn stalks to rustle around a bit this afternoon. Morning sprinkles have struggled, so we just have cloudy skies early on, & this weekend will be a good one to get outside and enjoy some fall activities. #ndwx #mnwx

It's a bit faded now, but we had a rainbow this morning in Grand Forks! And that's the extent that the northern batch of showers brought today, but just across the SD border, we have a couple of showers that have a little thunder and a better chance for rain early on. #ndwx #mnwx

Be ready for that breeze today! South winds pick up this afternoon and we look to remain mostly dry until after sunset. However overnight, we will keep an eye on rain moving through, and then a cool down after a windy Sunday with more showers. #ndwx #mnwx

A low pressure system sliding through the region brings in change today. To the northwest of the low, we will see steady rain for much of the morning as it pushes out towards the Canadian border, while showers will be spotty for the southern valley and lakes country. #ndwx #mnwx

Record highs for some today, but then winds of change are set to blow. Highs top out in the upper 80s for some today before a cold front comes to shake up the forecast and bring seasonable temperatures to the region. #ndwx #mnwx

Dry conditions continue to the start of the week, which is great news for harvesting. However, with these dry conditions and a bit of a breeze, we are keeping an eye on an elevated risk for fire conditions across northern MN, with stronger wind than yesterday. #ndwx #mnwx

A cool start, but plenty of sunshine today. Grab that sweatshirt if you're heading to the homecoming tailgate, but you'll be able to shed it by the afternoon. We have dry conditions this weekend, but keep an eye on a bit of a breezier day tomorrow for your plans. #ndwx #mnwx

We are finally out of the damp stretch around the region, and now warmer weather is on the way. Temperatures get up to the 70s this afternoon, and this week looks to be a great one to get out and enjoy some fall festivities. #ndwx #mnwx

It's a damp start for a weekend with plenty of outdoor activities, we have fog, mist, and spotty showers this morning. Showers will weaken through the day, but we could still feel a few drops early Sunday morning. I'll have when we start to dry out on First News. #ndwx #mnwx

T-storms return to the region today. A low pressure system approaches southern ND this afternoon, and all hazards of severe weather will be possible. The greatest risk for these storms will be in a corridor between Jamestown and Bismarck this afternoon. #ndwx #mnwx

It's a mixed bag around the region right now, but the one constant is it's not feeling much like fall this weekend. We are tracking showers off to the west, dense fog to the east, and temps heading back to the 80s, with some high 80s & thunder by Sunday. #ndwx #mnwx

It's a frosty morning around the valley, with some patchy fog here and there early on. Some spots have dropped towards freezing around and north of Highway 2, but we will not stay chilly long. Today marks the start of a warm-up, with sunshine through the day ahead. #ndwx #mnwx

It's another frosty fall morning. The most consistent clear skies have been under the high pressure in western ND, allowing temperatures to plummet to freezing for a few spots. In the valley, we've had cloudier skies and are tracking a few sprinkles moving in. #mnwx #ndwx

It's a cool morning around the region, but a few clouds have kept temperatures in the 50s in Lakes Country. Today looks to be another breezy day all around, with fewer clouds than yesterday. However tonight will look to get even chillier tonight. (1/3) #ndwx #mnwx

A beautiful sunrise this morning, with a few more clouds further north. Winds aren't too breezy this morning, but they'll pick up out of the northwest today, keeping highs in the 60s for most this afternoon. 60s will then be sticking around for the weekend. #ndwx #mnwx

Keeping an eye on a few feisty t-showers in the northern valley. Right now, they don't look to be developing hail, but they could bring some gusty winds and frequent lighting, and we could see a few more widespread t-showers this evening. #ndwx #mnwx

We're now seeing round 1 of rain move through the valley, but it's lost much of it's punch. Out towards Oakes, we have the second round developing. While these are more vigorous for now, any severe chances today are being hampered by continued overcast skies. #ndwx #mnwx

Thunderstorms continue to slide into eastern ND this morning, however most look to remain sub-severe as they continue their trek towards the valley. That will be the case for most of the day, but temperatures will stay on the cool side with the off and on t-showers. #ndwx #mnwx

Thunderstorms continue to slide into south-central North Dakota this morning, with the main risks continuing to be strong winds to 60-70 mph. The strongest winds will be where we have the bowing feature moving northeast, with arrival times in the second image. #ndwx

We still have a cloudy start to the morning for most of the valley, but those clouds are beautiful up in Grand Forks, with some asperitas clouds bringing some ripples to the sky. Further south, we still have a chance for a rumble of thunder along the SD border. #ndwx #mnwx

Two rounds of thunderstorms are marching into central MN this morning. The first round is on Willmar's doorstep, however the stronger winds will be with the second round, but all around heavy rain. Some spots will likely see 2-3" if not more in the heaviest bands of rain. #mnwx

It's another beautiful morning around the region, so get out and enjoy these conditions while they are here. Because we are tracking smoke sliding in for the afternoon and evening today, and will keep an eye for poor air quality once we head to the afternoon. #ndwx #mnwx

A beautiful sunrise across much of the region, with a few more clouds in the S. Valley and Lakes Country. Through the day, we may get a few showers out towards Devils Lake. All in all, it's a pleasant weekend ahead while we keep an eye on smoke gradually returning. #ndwx #mnwx

Round one of rain is on the way. No lightning on these showers, but steady rain overnight has brought just over an inch to eastern Stutsman county. Showers will slowly drift east this morning. I'll time out more rounds, and when we could hear thunder on First News. #ndwx #mnwx

Another smoky morning around the region, with the worst of the air quality still around north-central Minnesota. We should see slow improvements by the afternoon, with a south breeze still gradually working to disperse the smoke by the end of the weekend. #ndwx #mnwx

Timing out another batch of thunderstorms across northern North Dakota. As these push east, the main risk continues to be wind gusts in the 60-70 mph range. The lightning frequency has gradually lessened however, and these may gradually weaken as they push further east. #ndwx

Keeping an eye on a couple of clusters of thunderstorms this morning. One along Hwy 2 in Minnesota looks to push out towards Bemidji within the next 15-20 minutes, bringing in the risk of gusts up to 60 mph and maybe some small hail. #mnwx

Even as the main round of thunderstorms has moved out, we are still tracking some steady rain around the Fargo area. The addition rain, on top of the inch that some areas have seen this morning, could lead to some urban flooding, so keep that in mind this morning. #ndwx

Keeping an eye on one area that's been feistier along I-94 with a bit more lightning within the past half hour. Still expecting it to be sub-severe as it come in to Fargo, but you may get some areas of heavy rain, strong winds, and tiny hail within the next 20 minutes. #ndwx