Heavy Snow — Southern Cass, Minnesota

2021-03-10 to 2021-03-11 · Southern Cass, Minnesota

Wider weather episode

Abnormally warm temperatures were present across the region leading up to this event with highs in the mid 50s. The warm air near the surface set the stage for a wintry mix followed by heavy wet snow by the evening hours. Additionally, a surface low was deepening as it encroached on the Northland, bringing gusty winds with the Duluth airport reporting a gust of 55 mph just before midnight. The combination of wet, heavy snow clumping to trees and the enhanced winds lead to several downed trees and power outages throughout the area. Snowfall totals were highest across the Arrowhead, ranging from 6 to 11 inches.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 945154. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.