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Precipitation in the Pacific Northwest into the Northern Rockies; Bering Sea Storm in Alaska

A Pacific storm will bring rain and high elevation snow from the Pacific Northwest into the Northern Rockies. A series of storms are expected to move through the Bering Sea bringing strong winds, heavy precipitation, and elevated water levels from the West Coast to northern Alaska. Read More >

Scattered showers will develop across MN Wednesday afternoon and last into the evening. A few thunderstorms are also possible. If enough daytime heating can occur, one or two storms may be severe with the potential for large hail, strong winds, and a tornado. Dry on Thursday before another chance for rain Friday.
A Marginal risk is in effect for southern to eastern MN and western WI Wednesday. One or two strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Wednesday afternoon and evening if enough daytime heating occurs. Large hail, damaging winds, and a tornado would all be possible.