Charles Pekar
@cpekarwx.bsky.social
Meteorologist at WDAY in Fargo, ND
Iowa State University '23
Hobbyist Sports/Weather photographer, ⚾ nut, loves everything Town Ball
Iowa State University '23
Hobbyist Sports/Weather photographer, ⚾ nut, loves everything Town Ball
We are still dealing with the wind today, with blowing snow in open areas of the northern valley, and even where the snow is staying put, temps will be in the single digits today. Tomorrow is looking nicer, and we are tracking a warm-up heading out to the holidays. #ndwx #mnwx
December 20, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Whiteout conditions continue through the valley this afternoon, with I-29 closed from Fargo up to the Canadian border. As the heavy bands shift to the SE, we will continue to see low visibility throughout the valley and Lakes Country into tonight. (Fargo Video ~1 pm) #ndwx #mnwx
December 18, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Now that's much nicer. Still in the teens this morning, but by the afternoon we'll have 20s for most, with a few 30s out west. Then tomorrow, tack another 20 degrees onto that, but we'll have a bit of a breeze, and then the focus will shift to the next round of snow. #ndwx #mnwx
December 15, 2025 at 5:07 PM
It's one more frigid morning before the warm-up. We once again have the coldest air-mass in the lower-48, as lows have dropped to the 20s below across much of NW Minnesota. We do warm into the single digits today, and we even have an above-freezing day coming up soon. #ndwx #ndwx
December 14, 2025 at 1:17 PM
A frigid morning all around, and not much warming today, so make sure you find ways to stay warm if you need to head out. While the cold is here this weekend, it will not last much longer than that, but once warmer weather returns, so do the snowflakes shortly after. #ndwx #mnwx
December 13, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Bundle up this morning, as it'll be like walking into the freezer throughout the region. It's the coldest morning of the winter so far, and highs will stay in the single digits this afternoon. There are warmer days ahead, but those will come with chances for snow. #ndwx #mnwx
December 7, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Bundle up a bit if you have outdoor plans today. Yesterday was our coldest day of winter so far, with highs in the teens and low 20s. Much of the valley will be even colder, in the low to mid-teens today. That chill will look to stick around into early December. #ndwx #mnwx
November 30, 2025 at 12:28 PM
A gentle snow globe-esque scene across North Dakota this morning. The heavy snow has dipped into SD and continues to slide south, leaving us with light snow and flurries for the morning. However, most of the region is still dealing with partly covered roads to start. #ndwx #mnwx
November 29, 2025 at 12:42 PM
If you didn't get a chance to enjoy the 50s yesterday, you're in luck, as today is another warm day. Highs will be close to current records for much of the valley. Monday will still be in the 40s, but the focus will shift to rain turning to snow by Tuesday morning. #ndwx #mnwx
November 23, 2025 at 1:29 PM
If you've put off putting up holiday lights, this weekend will be one of the last mild chances. We will see sunshine today and tomorrow, so take advantage of those mild temps. By Monday night, Mother Nature flips the switch, and temps go tumbling through Thanksgiving. #ndwx #mnwx
November 22, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Today continues the mild stretch we have had for a bit, so get out and enjoy the sunshine, with highs near 40° for most. You'll want to soak up that sun while you can, because for the week ahead, I'm keeping an eye on cloudy days and a few rounds of showers/sprinkles. #ndwx #mnwx
November 16, 2025 at 12:39 PM
It's a frigid start to this Sunday morning, and the wind isn't going to be helping out today. Lows have dropped to the low teens for much of the region, with wind chills so far on either side of 0°. Today will be blustery and cloudy, with an isolated flurry possible. #ndwx #mnwx
November 9, 2025 at 12:29 PM
We are battling a brisk breeze as we head towards sunrise today. Winds are still out of the south early today, but with temperatures in the 30s, it's feeling a bit chilly to start off your Sunday. Through the day we will warm up plenty, with a mix of sun & clouds. #mnwx #ndwx
November 2, 2025 at 12:23 PM
October wrapped up yesterday on a seasonable note, but for much of the month, it was warm and wet. I'll have much more on First News, but here's a peek: the northern valley dealt with the heaviest showers, leading to the 12th wettest October on record for Grand Forks. #mnwx #ndwx
November 1, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Already a gusty start to your Sunday throughout the Valley, as winds are staying out of the south, and we have seen those winds get up to near 40 mph already. So hold on to your hat if you head out this afternoon, but temperatures will be nice, with highs in the 60s. #ndwx #mnwx
October 26, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Still pondering when you'll get the chance to go out to pick your perfect pumpkin?🎃Today's going to be a pretty picture perfect day to do so, as the leaves will rustle around a bit on that south breeze, but highs top out near 60° for most of the region this afternoon. #ndwx #mnwx
October 25, 2025 at 11:30 AM
A slight chill to start off your Sunday. Lows dipped to the 30s for much of the valley, but we have a calm and sunny day ahead. Get out and enjoy this seasonable afternoon, because then we are tracking in rain, cooler temps, and winds picking up to start the week. #ndwx #mnwx
October 19, 2025 at 11:30 AM
It's a breezy day ahead across the valley, so expect leaves and corn stalks to rustle around a bit this afternoon. Morning sprinkles have struggled, so we just have cloudy skies early on, & this weekend will be a good one to get outside and enjoy some fall activities. #ndwx #mnwx
October 18, 2025 at 12:48 PM
It's a bit faded now, but we had a rainbow this morning in Grand Forks! And that's the extent that the northern batch of showers brought today, but just across the SD border, we have a couple of showers that have a little thunder and a better chance for rain early on. #ndwx #mnwx
October 11, 2025 at 1:07 PM
A low pressure system sliding through the region brings in change today. To the northwest of the low, we will see steady rain for much of the morning as it pushes out towards the Canadian border, while showers will be spotty for the southern valley and lakes country. #ndwx #mnwx
October 5, 2025 at 12:14 PM
