Chris Reece

Minneapolis

Weeknight Meteorologist at KSTP-TV (St Paul, MN)

Weeknight Meteorologist @KSTP. On Air M-F at 5, 6, & 10. CBM #981. NWA Approved. 3X Emmy Award Winning, 4X Emmy-Nominated. WKU Alum. Ephesians 3:20-21.

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Cold front this evening, then heating up by Sunday - Chris

6 days ago | kstp.com | Chris Reece

It’s another warm and breezy day across Minnesota as we head into a stretch of weather that will feel much more like mid-summer than early May. A cold front is sliding through the state today and with it comes a few more clouds and possibly a stray shower or storm. No washout, but something to keep an eye on through the evening. You may also notice the sky looking a bit hazy at times. That’s thanks to some wildfire smoke drifting in from Canada.
80s set to return to end the week, 90s by Mother's Day - Chris

1 week ago | kstp.com | Chris Reece

It was another beautiful day across Minnesota with highs in the low 70s and even less wind than yesterday. The sunshine and calm air made for just about perfect conditions to be outsideBut the pattern is about to shift quickly. Heat builds fast starting Friday with highs soaring into the mid 80s and staying there through early next week. Humidity stays low and winds will be picking up especially by Sunday and MondayWith that in mind fire weather concerns are increasing.
Another pleasant day, then Summer heat set to build - Chris

1 week ago | kstp.com | Chris Reece

Good Wednesday evening to one and all!After a stretch of perfect spring weather things are about to turn summerlike once again. Today brought more sunshine and seasonable temps but the warming trend will pick back up heading into the weekend and beyondThursday remains on the comfortable side with highs in the low 70s and plenty of sun. By Friday we’re back into the 80s and the heat doesn’t let up from there.
Warmest day of the year so far, but summer like heat is coming - Chris

1 week ago | kstp.com | Chris Reece

Good Tuesday evening, friends!Today marked the warmest day of the year so far, with highs climbing into the low to mid 80s across much of Minnesota. But if you thought this was summer’s preview, you’re absolutely right—and it’s only the beginning. Even hotter weather is on the way. After a slightly cooler Wednesday and Thursday—still quite warm by early May standards—temperatures soar again by Friday and into the weekend.
Dry spell to move in ahead of spring planting season - Chris

1 week ago | kstp.com | Chris Reece

Good Friday evening and happy weekend, friends!We picked up a little over half an inch of rain in the Twin Cities yesterday, which was a decent soaking for early May. And while most of the metro is now out of drought conditions, the story isn’t the same statewide. Much of western and northern Minnesota still remain in abnormally dry to moderate drought, according to the latest drought monitor. Given how wet it’s felt lately, that might come as a surprise.
Slow moving showers tonight, but a warm weekend awaits - Chris

1 week ago | kstp.com | Chris Reece

Good Thursday evening to one and all!Rain is on the move, and it’s headed right for the metro. Showers are creeping in from the west this afternoon, and they’re slow movers, which means much of the Twin Cities will be stuck under steady, light rain over the next few hours. While this isn’t a severe weather situation, it will be enough to make for a damp and dreary Thursday night. Tonight, expect widespread showers to linger through much of the evening.
Sunshine and mid 60s tomorrow, then a rain chance - Chris

2 weeks ago | kstp.com | Chris Reece

Good Tuesday evening, friends!Yesterday brought a wild round of severe weather across the region—but if you’re in the Twin Cities, you may have noticed things stayed surprisingly quiet. That’s thanks to something meteorologists call a “cap”—a layer of warm air aloft that acted like a lid over the metro, preventing thunderstorms from developing overhead. It was just enough to keep us storm-free, even as things turned volatile just to our south and east.
Forecast First ALERT: Severe weather ongoing across Minnesota

2 weeks ago | kstp.com | Chris Reece

Minnesota’s Weather Authority maintains a forecast first alert throughout the evening. Severe storms are actively ongoing across the state, and the severe potential remains high this afternoon across a large portion of Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Storms could produce big hail, widespread straight-line winds, and tornadoes. We also have the ingredients for strong, long-lived tornadoes between the Twin Cities and La Crosse. The next round is happening now in western Minnesota.
Forecast First ALERT: Level 4 out of 5 risk for severe weather on Monday - Chris

2 weeks ago | kstp.com | Chris Reece

Good Saturday morning! Today will be calm and bright with lighter winds. Sunshine will be plentiful, and highs will climb into the mid 60s. Today is hands down the pick day of the weekend if you have outdoor plans!Sunday looks a bit more unsettled. We’ll likely see showers and storms during the morning, followed by a break in the afternoon where things turn mostly dry. However, another round of storms is expected Sunday night, and some of those could be strong. Now, let’s talk about Monday.
Beautiful Saturday, but dangerous severe storms likely by Monday - Chris

2 weeks ago | kstp.com | Chris Reece

Good Friday evening, friends!Today brought cool temperatures and some strong winds after morning showers cleared the area. Thankfully, Saturday will be a much calmer and brighter day. Winds will be a little lighter, sunshine will be more plentiful, and highs will climb into the mid-60s. Saturday is hands down the pick day of the weekend if you have outdoor plans!Sunday looks a bit more unsettled.