upper Midwest
Coverage of upper Midwest in the Nexus archive.
- Wildfire smoke gives way to strong storms in Midwest and Northeast
A turbulent weather system is expected to bring damaging winds, large hail, and potential tornadoes to the Upper Midwest and Northeast on Monday and Tuesday, following wildfire smoke in the region.
- Dangerous wildfire smoke impacting more than a dozen states
Dangerous wildfire smoke is impacting over a dozen states, with air quality alerts in effect from the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes to the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.
- Wildfire Smokes Makes Air Hazardous for Millions in Midwest and East Coast
Wildfire smoke has made air hazardous for millions in the Midwest and East Coast. The haze is expected to ease in the East this weekend but persist in the Upper Midwest, where cities recorded extremely high pollution indexes on Thursday.
- Molly says our incoming heatwave establishes itself this weekend
A high-pressure system has settled over the upper Midwest, bringing a heatwave with temperatures rising from 89°F today to mid-90s by Tuesday, accompanied by triple-digit heat index values. Rain chances remain minimal throughout Minnesota’s 7-day forecast, with only isolated showers possible today.
- Storms return to Twin Cities by Tuesday
Storms are expected to return to the Twin Cities by Tuesday, with severe weather possible in SW and Central Minnesota. Heavy rain, up to 3-4 inches in some areas, is forecasted through Wednesday, followed by cooler temperatures. Warmer conditions may return next weekend.
- Severe storms are expected to impact Southern Minnesota tonight
Severe storms with strong wind gusts up to 80mph, large hail up to 2.5 inches, and a low risk of isolated tornadoes are expected to impact Southern Minnesota tonight, with additional storm risks and flooding threats through Thursday and Friday. The main threat area is along I-90 south of the Twin Cities metro, with subsequent rounds of storms potentially causing urban and flash flooding.
- Pleasant days before next rain chance
The weekend features pleasant weather with increasing clouds and varying temperatures across Minnesota. Severe thunderstorms are possible by Tuesday in Central Minnesota, with potential for rain and cooler temperatures later in the week. Next weekend may bring closer-to-average highs and active storm patterns, though details remain uncertain.
- Warmer temps bring soaring tick populations – here’s how to stay safe from Lyme disease
Warmer weather is increasing tick populations, leading to higher Lyme disease risks. The CDC reported record tick-bite emergency room visits in 2026, with experts estimating 500,000 U.S. cases annually. Lyme disease, caused by Borrelia bacteria via deer tick bites, is most prevalent in the Northeast and Upper Midwest.
- Midweek storm threat grows as severe weather targets millions in the Midwest
A growing multi-day storm threat is moving to the Upper Midwest, following severe weather in the Plains. Highly populated regions in the Midwest are now at risk of severe weather.
- Tornadoes and heavy winds destroy homes and roads across US midwest
Tornadoes and heavy winds caused significant damage to homes, buildings, and rural roads across the US Midwest, though no deaths were reported. Officials warn residents to prepare for a prolonged recovery in affected communities.
- WATCH: Flooding emergency in upper Midwest
Rivers in Michigan and Wisconsin are overflowing due to heavy rainfall, with more rain expected. The Heartland region is preparing for additional life-threatening storms.