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Leap day chill, another weekend warm up

That chill in the air today is a cold front slicing through Minnesota. Expect gusty northwest winds and steady to falling temperatures today.

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The leap day chill comes thanks to a Canadian high pressure cell diving south. Super Tuesday looks dry and cool for Minnesota.

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NOAA

Many of the so-called SEC Primary states deal with rain, thunder  and a risk of severe weather tomorrow.

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NOAA

We close February and open March on a chilly note. The models suggest another weekend warm up, with 50s and March rain likely early next week.

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Weatherspark ECMWF data

March leans milder than average looking forward.

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