See What Forecasters Are Saying About Spring Conditions For MN

Spring forecasts are rolling in, giving Minnesotans an early look at what to expect as a cold and snowy winter draws to a close.

Meteorological spring starts March 1, while astronomical spring begins with the vernal equinox on March 20.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center makes predictions about both temperature and precipitation nationwide for April through June.

Despite the presence of La Niña in the tropical Pacific, NOAA predicts it will weaken and transition to ENSO-neutral conditions by spring, likely lasting through the summer. This transition, combined with long-term warming trends, contributes to the expectation of widespread warm conditions.

In Minnesota, NOAA predicts normal temperatures with normal precipitation.

AccuWeather expects wintry weather to linger in some parts of the country.

In Minnesota, AccuWeather predicts a slower transition to spring as cold air lingers across the state. AccuWeather forecasters expect slightly below average temperatures through May across Minnesota.

The Weather Channel said the shift to a neutral climate pattern will make the influences of La Niña less pronounced in early spring.

In Minnesota, the private weather service expects below-average temperatures through April, before a warm up in May. Weather Channel forecasters also expect more than average precipitation between March and May.

In Minnesota, The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts spring will be warm and wet.