The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the St. Cloud area in effect from 7 am Monday Morning through 7 am Tuesday morning. 6-12" of snow will be possible across Central Minnesota making travel hazardous. Bookmark the 98 Country interactive weather page for updates.

Rain is expected to change to snow Monday morning, with snow continuing through Monday night. Strong winds are also expected to develop Monday afternoon causing blowing and drifting, and reducing visibility.

A Blizzard Watch has been issued for portions of Western Minnesota.

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