What the heck happened, Minnesota? We had record heat a little over a week ago, and now it’s cold! I was so ready for summer to begin, and then this happened.
We talked back in March about the summer weather predictions from the Farmer’s Almanac and the Old Farmer’s Almanac. But have predictions changed since then, especially after the cold spell we’re in?
Summer Weather Predictions for Minnesota
The original predictions had a similar consensus: it’s supposed to be hot this summer, with July being the hottest month. The Farmer’s Almanac specifically said it will be “scorching”.
a person who is hot out in the summer sun
The Farmer’s Almanac also predicted average rainfall. However, the Old Farmer’s Almanac says it’s going to be a dry summer.
READ MORE: Predictions Say Minnesota Could See a ‘Scorching’ Summer
Why It’s Smoky in Minnesota
Experts are also saying that this summer is going to be smoky and hazy. MPCA predicts that there will be “four to seven days this summer when ozone levels may be unhealthy for sensitive groups” and “between 12 and 16 days of wildfire smoke impacts”.
hazy skies at Graham Park Rochester, mn
Hazy skies at Graham Park in Rochester, MN, July 2021
Not nearly as bad as it was a couple of summers ago (like the picture above), but still.
READ MORE: Smoke and Haze Could Choke Minnesota Again This Summer
Updated Summer Weather Prediction for Minnesota
As for our latest summer weather prediction, even though temperatures dropped dramatically recently, the latest prediction from The Weather Channel says we’re still in for a hot summer.
As of their predictions from Wednesday, May 14th, June is expected to be a bit warmer than normal.
Heatwave Hits East Coast With High Temperatures And Humidity
In July, also above normal.
Heat Wave Affecting Millions Hits The East Coast
And in August, yep, you guessed it, above normal temperatures are predicted.
High Temperatures And Humidity Blanket The Northeast
On the precipitation side of things, The Weather Channel’s latest predictions are leaning in favor of the Old Farmer’s Almanac predictions: dry.
They’re predicting that Minnesota will have below-average precipitation all summer.
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Gallery Credit: Lauren Wells
