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Astronomy Update

Clear skies will make stargazing very easy this week.  Venus is not visible for long during the day, but it is very bright and easy to see in the hours before sunrise.

Astronomy Update

Clouds will make spotting any planets difficult, but the full moon should be easy to spot.  Another full moon is on the way just in time for Halloween.

Astronomy Update

Look for a thin crescent moon through next week.  That week's update will come out early on Tuesday to coincide with the fall equinox.

Saturday Weather Trivia 09/12/2020

When was the earliest measurable snowfall in Minnesota? Also, have you wondered why the leaves change color in the fall? Both of those questions are answered in this week's Weather Trivia.

Astronomy Update

Temperatures will rise through the weekend, but new clouds will make stargazing a little tough this week.  The moon is on its way out so at least we have less light pollution.

Astronomy Update

Nights are dipping into the 40s this week, but the moon should be very easy to spot.  Look for planets a few hours after sunset for the warmest conditions.

Tour the Statues of Lakes Country

Looking for something to do out of the house that does not violate the stay at home rules? You are allowed to take a drive and we've put together a loop through lakes country of Minnesota to take in some…

Snowfall Reports from April 2, 2020

LOCATION                                   AMOUNT   10 E KARLSTAD                        16 IN 5 W NEWFOLDEN     …

Winter Comparison to Past Flood Years

As we near the end of January much of the region has a substantial snow pack. In Fargo the snow depth is at 16 inches which is much more than the 7 inches we had last year at this time.…