Severe Weather Alerts

Minnesota

Winter Storm Warning (Severe)

East Marshall; East Polk; Kittson; Norman; Pennington; Red Lake; West Marshall; West Polk

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation and widespread blowing snow
expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 7 inches and ice
accumulations around one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high
as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and
southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Whiteout conditions are
expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially
life-threatening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

Start Time

12/9/2025 4:47 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 1:00 PM

High Wind Warning (Severe)

Clay; Wilkin

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Clay and Wilkin Counties. In North Dakota,
Eddy, Barnes, Cass, Griggs, Ransom, Richland, and Sargent Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Patchy blowing and drifting snow is possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

Start Time

12/9/2025 4:47 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 1:00 PM

Big Stone; Traverse

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected.

* WHERE...Big Stone and Traverse Counties.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles.

Start Time

12/9/2025 3:03 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 1:15 PM

Winter Weather Advisory (Moderate)

Clay; Wilkin

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation and patchy blowing snow expected. Total
snow accumulations up to two inches and ice accumulations up to
one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota and northeast and
southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The combination of
falling snow and winds will lead to periods of blowing snow that
may briefly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds
could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

Start Time

12/9/2025 4:47 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 1:00 PM

East Becker; East Otter Tail; Grant; Hubbard; Lake Of The Woods; Mahnomen; North Beltrami; North Clearwater; Roseau; South Beltrami; South Clearwater; Wadena; West Becker; West Otter Tail

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation and patchy blowing snow expected. Total
snow accumulations between 2 and 7 inches and ice accumulations
around a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, and west
central Minnesota.

* WHEN...From noon today to 6 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Mainly drifting snow is
expected, but in areas prone to blowing snow, the snow may be
lofted and briefly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Tuesday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring
down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

Start Time

12/9/2025 4:47 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 1:00 PM

Big Stone; Traverse

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations up
to one inch and ice accumulations around a light glaze. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Big Stone and Traverse Counties.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM CST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions can be obtained at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1.

Start Time

12/9/2025 7:36 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 3:00 PM

North Dakota

Winter Storm Warning (Severe)

Cavalier; Eastern Walsh County; Grand Forks; Nelson; Pembina; Ramsey; Steele; Traill; Western Walsh County

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and
southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Whiteout conditions are
expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially
life-threatening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

Start Time

12/9/2025 4:47 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 1:00 PM

High Wind Warning (Severe)

Adams; Burleigh; Dickey; Emmons; Foster; Grant; Hettinger; Kidder; La Moure; Logan; McIntosh; Morton; Sheridan; Sioux; Stark; Stutsman; Wells

* WHAT...Northwest winds 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest, south central, and central North
Dakota.

* WHEN...From noon CST /11 AM MST/ today to 3 AM CST /2 AM MST/
Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings and
signs. Tree branches may be broken and lead to power outages.
Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure objects that could be blown around, including holiday
decorations. Be careful when traveling.

Start Time

12/9/2025 4:33 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 12:45 PM

Barnes; Cass; Eddy; Griggs; Ransom; Richland; Sargent

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected.

* WHERE...In Minnesota, Clay and Wilkin Counties. In North Dakota,
Eddy, Barnes, Cass, Griggs, Ransom, Richland, and Sargent Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Patchy blowing and drifting snow is possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

Start Time

12/9/2025 4:47 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 1:00 PM

Winter Weather Advisory (Moderate)

Burleigh; Dickey; Emmons; Foster; Grant; Kidder; La Moure; Logan; McHenry; McIntosh; McLean; Mercer; Morton; Oliver; Renville; Sheridan; Sioux; Stutsman; Ward; Wells

* WHAT...Freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations up to one
tenth of an inch.

* WHERE...Central North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until noon CST /11 AM MST/ today.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery roads and sidewalks, and difficult
travel conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the the
morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Prepare for possible power
outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Start Time

12/9/2025 4:33 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 12:00 PM

Benson; Towner

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation and areas of blowing snow expected.
Total snow accumulations up to 4 inches and ice accumulations
around one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Benson and Towner Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Falling and blowing
snow will lead to areas of quick and sudden reductions to
visibility, making travel difficult, especially in rural areas
that are prone to blowing snow. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could
bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

Start Time

12/9/2025 4:47 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 1:00 PM

Barnes; Cass; Eddy; Griggs; Ransom; Richland; Sargent

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation and patchy blowing snow expected. Total
snow accumulations up to two inches and ice accumulations up to
one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota and northeast and
southeast North Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

Start Time

12/9/2025 4:47 AM

End Time

12/9/2025 1:00 PM

Video Forecast

Text Forecast

Tuesday: Mostly cloudy skies with snow and highs near 30. Winds from the southeast at 15-25 mph.

Tuesday Night: Mostly clear skies with snow and lows in the low tens. Winds from the northwest at 15-25 mph.

Wednesday: Mostly cloudy skies with highs in the low teens. Winds from the northwest at 5-15 mph.

Thursday: Mostly cloudy skies with highs in the low teens.

Friday: Partly cloudy skies with highs near zero.

Saturday: Partly cloudy skies with highs in the single digits below zero.

Sunday: Partly cloudy skies with in the single digits.

Monday: Partly cloudy with highs near 10.

KVRR Meteorologist Dylan Haar