By: Oak Berg

Minnesota which is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, is also known for its crazy winters. In the past few years, the state has seen an increase in snowfall, causing lots of snowy winters. Here are some the reasons behind the snowy weather and its impact on the people and environment of Minnesota.

One of the main reasons to the snowy winters in Minnesota is the increase in dampness and water in the atmosphere. As global climate changes, Minnesota will/has been affected by more intense winter storms. These storms bring a lot of snowfall, covering the state in a world of snow.

The snow also leads to colder temperatures, with the snowy conditions. Continuing, the location of Minnesota adds to its snowy winters. With it being placed in the northern part of the United States, the state is near the cold weather coming from Canada. The frosty air adds to the moisture, resulting in a lot of snowfall. The combination of cold air and moisture creates perfect conditions for heavy snowfall within the winter season.

The snowy winters in Minnesota have both positive and negative impacts on the people and environment. Positive impacts include the snow has opportunities for a lot of winter fun like skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing. These activities add to the local economy and provide a lot of options for residents and tourists.

However, the heavy snowfall also has bad things, transportation slows down, energy is being used more for heating, and there are some risks to public safety like slippery driving conditions and dangerously cold weather that can lead to frostbite.

Minnesota has had noticeable gain in snowy winters over the past few years and and this will continue in the upcoming years. Things like climate change and location add to this. While the snowy weather offers opportunities, it also bring bad to the people and the environment of Minnesota. Adapting to these changing weather patterns will be needed to deal with the state’s winter and cold.