Page 2 - Mn Winter News Today

Snowy weather is a time to commiserate with your neighbors about how much everyone hates winter driving. To put it plainly, it kind of sucks. Unfortunately, some people use this as an excuse to drive like an inconsiderate maniac.

Ice-in dates across the state are, on average, coming nine days later than they were in 1967, according to new data released by the Minnesota DNR and MPCA. On the other end, ice-out dates are coming about five days earlier. "That means two fewer weeks each winter for ice fishing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling across our state’s lakes," the agencies said.

After what had been a relatively forgiving start to winter, cold temps swept into much of Minnesota Monday — with some cities seeing downright frigid wind chill readings.