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Updraft® is your source for Minnesota forecasts and insights from our expert meteorologists, Paul Huttner, Sven Sundgaard and Mandy Thalhuber.

MPR News brings you the latest weather outlook, across all of Minnesota, so you can be better prepared for your day.

On Friday the 13th, here are 2 myths and 2 truths about the weather
Most weather-related myths are based on long-standing observations and folklore rather than scientific rigor. However, some are grounded in valid atmospheric phenomena. Here are four surprising but common beliefs about the weather, including two that ring true.
Hazy, sunny and warm Wednesday
There are air quality concerns Wednesday for northwestern portions of Minnesota. Above-average temperatures continue across the state with minimal precipitation chances in the forecast.