Station Name: Park Rapids 4SW - CR115
Data Source: USGS

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,424 feet

Nearest Address:
15072 119th Ave
Park Rapids, MN 56470
Hubbard County

GPS Coordinates: 46.8792, -95.1199

Nearby Water Temperatures

Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 2:38AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Fri May 8, 2026, 2:38 AM
Expires: Fri May 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

Relative humidity values will drop to around 20 percent along with northwest winds occasionally gusting up to 25 mph. Given the extremely dry fuels, near critical fire weather conditions are expected from late this morning throughout the afternoon and early evening hours. Any fire that does develop has the potential to quickly spread. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html

Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 11:03AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Fri May 8, 2026, 11:03 AM
Expires: Fri May 8, 2026, 9:00 PM

Relative humidity values will drop to the 20 to 25 percent range this afternoon. Northwest winds will also gusting up to 30 mph across northwestern Minnesota this evening. Although there may not be a long overlap of low RH and gusty winds, given the extremely dry fuels, near critical fire weather conditions are expected. Any fire that does develop has the potential to quickly spread. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html

Red Flag Warning issued May 8 at 12:07PM CDT until May 8 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Fri May 8, 2026, 12:07 PM
Expires: Fri May 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, Norman, Clay, Mahnomen, West Becker, East Becker, Wilkin, West Otter Tail, East Otter Tail, Wadena and Grant. * WINDS...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 19 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become difficult to control. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 1:28AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

Effective: Fri May 8, 2026, 1:28 AM
Expires: Fri May 8, 2026, 2:00 PM

Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. West to northwest winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 20 to 25 mph are forecast for this afternoon and early evening. Minimum relative humidity values of 15 to 25 percent are also expected. Together, these conditions could lead to the rapid spread of fires. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html.

Red Flag Warning issued May 8 at 7:40AM CDT until May 8 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

Effective: Fri May 8, 2026, 7:40 AM
Expires: Fri May 8, 2026, 6:00 PM

...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED THIS AFTERNOON IN NORTH CENTRAL MINNESOTA... The National Weather Service in Duluth has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 1 PM this afternoon to 6 PM CDT this evening. * AFFECTED AREA...In Minnesota, South Cass and Crow Wing. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 18 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.