Upper Midwest Heavy Rain – National Weather Outlook For September 16, 2022

National Weather Forecast

On Friday, a system in the Upper Midwest will bring the chance of showers and storms, some of which could be strong. This area of rain extends back into the Rockies, where some snow may even mix in at higher elevations. We’re also tracking a frontal boundary still positioned near the Gulf Coast and across Florida producing storms and heavy rain.

Two areas of heavy rain will be possible across the nation through Saturday evening – one across northern Minnesota and a second in Florida. These areas have the highest potential of seeing widespread 3”+ tallies.

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