IntheupperMidwest and northern Plains states, temperatures may rise or fall rapidly, and winds (from warm-season thunderstorms or larger-scale low-pressure systems) can be strong to extreme. In addition, heavy rains fell across theupperMidwest in September (maps below, click to enlarge). The rains were especially heavy in Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota, leading to river flooding in Illinois along the Mississippi and rivers coming out of Wisconsin. September marks the first month of meteorological fall in Minnesota. The months of September, October, and November most closely correlate with the fall season for record-keeping purposes. I’ve always felt like Minnesota seems to have more of a 4-2-4-2 seasonal climate. The National Blend of Models is hinting at a trace of snow in far northern Minnesota by next Sunday. It's something, but nothing to write home about — and certainly nothing like the American model graphics (further below inthe story) that have been spreading on social media. If you’re intheUpperMidwest or Northern Plains, this is a must-have for the alerts alone! Interestingly enough, even living in Scottsdale, it’s become my primary weather app. Going into mid-September, spotty showers and thunderstorms offer little relief especially when combined with an overall hotter week.As we move into the middle of September, there will be some chances of showers and thunderstorms across the Northern Plains and UpperMidwest. TheUpperMidwest is grappling with devastating river flooding after record-breaking rain.NICHOLAS PINTER: The current flooding intheUpperMidwest is a reminder that we've put a lot of eggs inthe basket of protection by levees. And it's a brittle protection. 1388Shares. 1638 Likes, 57 Comments. TikTok video from FOX Weather (@foxweather): “HERE WE GO AGAIN: A potential tornado outbreak is brewing, and millions intheUpperMidwest are on high alert. This will continue flooding along the St. Johns River, which is still in flood stage after Ian’s heavy rain at the end of September. Meanwhile, during the late week timeframe a winter storm and potential blizzard will impact the Northern Plains/UpperMidwest. UpperMidwestern states are also contemplating changes to their schedules in view of the potential benefits moving up primary voting day would provide—such as increased revenue to the state and gaining the ear of potential nominees. Those planning on travel intheUpperMidwest and the Northeast through this weekend may encounter some delays on the roads and at the airports, due to waves of Arctic air packing areas of snow. By Alex Sosnowski, AccuWeather senior meteorologist. TheUpperMidwest is bracing for severe weather on Monday as the Southwest expects to get roasted. Severe weather is expected intheUpperMidwest on Monday. ABC News. - Climate experts for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday bumped the chances of a strong El Nino to 95 percent, up from 90 percent, signaling a better chance for a warmer winter across theUpperMidwest. The goal of this study is to assess the impact of climate change on streamflow as well as associated sediment and nutrient loads intheUpperMidwestern United States.
