NEW ULM — The weather forecast for the Nov. 8 Minnesota firearms deer hunting season opener looks favorable, according to New Ulm DNR Wildlife Manager Jeff Zajac.

“If we get temperatures in the 40s and 50s, it should be ideal. A good, fall day makes it easier to stay in the deer blind than if it is much warmer,” said Zajac.

The weather forecast for Saturday, Nov. 8 has a high of 56 and low of 36 with a minimal chance of rain, according to the National Weather Service.

Deer numbers look pretty good too.

“We’re going to have good deer numbers with most of the crops harvested as long as the wind isn’t too bad. Deer will be where corn is still standing. Many deer will be in and around river valleys,” he said. “I think we’ve got a very productive herd. We’ve got reports of lots of twins and

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