Minneapolis: Steam rises from Mississippi River at -15F, Jan 2, 2022

Minneapolis: Steam rises from Mississippi River at -15F, Jan 2, 2022
Minneapolis: Steam rises from Mississippi River at -15F, Jan 2, 2022.

On January 2, 2022, the Mississippi River in Minneapolis was shrouded in thick steam as temperatures plummeted to -15 degrees Fahrenheit. This phenomenon, known as "steam fog" or "arctic sea smoke," occurs when extremely cold air moves over warmer water. The image captures the riverfront area, likely near ongoing construction, where the rising steam obscures the urban landscape. The presence of steam fog highlights the extreme winter weather conditions experienced in Minnesota, a state historically shaped by its harsh climate and the waterways that have facilitated its development.

Photo taken in January 2022.

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