Author Archives: Mike

I don’t want to write this… I’m still praying it isn’t true

… there is snow in the forecast. *ducks and hides* This has been trending south the past couple models so we can hope this doesn’t come true. But other meteorologists are starting to talk about it, so I think there is a chance. Here’s the numbers so far. Both models are showing around 4 inches […]

The next system, expect more rain than snow

While it’s exciting to talk rain in spring, it will bring a new round of flooding and other problems. Here’s the breakdown. I’m bringing out the QPF (Quantitative Precipitation Forecasts) now. QPF is basically how much precipitation will fall in any form (rain, snow, etc). The current models are showing around a inch and a […]

Storm Prediction for this Weekend, Totals Still Could Change

So… here it is. I have a feeling totals will still change. First, let’s look at the timing. It should start late morning to early afternoon. The NWS is saying 4 inches in Mankato is the most likely senario. There is still a 10% chance that the Mankato area could get 9 inches or so […]