Heavy snow north, rain south Thursday followed by a weekend storm also - MPR News

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March 12, 2026
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Heavy snow north, rain south Thursday, with another storm expected this weekend.

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Potential for travel disruptions and hazardous conditions due to snow and rain.

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Minnesota faces heavy snow in northern areas and rain in southern regions Thursday, with forecasters predicting another storm system to impact the state over the weekend.

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