North Dakota – The cold bites hard this morning as exhaust hangs in place and tires squeak on frozen pavement. Thermometers sit well below zero, and even light winds cut through layers fast. Winter hazards are already in motion across the Red River Valley.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, temperatures remain near zero or colder today, with wind chills plunging as low as 25 to 30 below. Conditions stay dry for now, but the cold itself poses risks to exposed skin and vehicle reliability. Residents are urged to limit time outdoors and check heaters, batteries, and fuel levels.
In the Grand Forks and East Grand Forks area, sunshine offers little warmth today, with highs near zero. Tonight turns even colder, dropping near 20 below. Friday remains bitter, with highs struggling to reach minus 1. Travel stays manageable early, but drivers should watch for slick patches on untreated roads.
Changes arrive Saturday. Light snow develops during the day, followed by snow and patchy blowing snow into Saturday night. Winds gusting over 30 mph could sharply reduce visibility, especially on open highways like U.S. 2 and I-29. Even minor snow amounts can drift quickly in these conditions.
Sunday keeps the pattern unsettled. Additional light snow and blowing snow remain possible, with highs near the upper 20s. Any melting during daylight hours may refreeze after sunset, raising the risk for flash freezing on bridges and ramps. By Monday, skies quiet down, but cold air lingers with highs near 12.
Plan extra travel time this weekend, keep winter survival kits in vehicles, and dress for extreme cold. Conditions can change quickly once snow begins. How cold did it feel where you stepped outside this morning?
Five Day Outlook for Grand Forks, North Dakota
Today: Mostly sunny, high near 0, extreme wind chills
Friday: Sunny, very cold, high near -1
Saturday: Chance of snow and blowing snow, high near 20
Sunday: Slight chance of snow, breezy, high near 27
Monday: Partly sunny, cold, high near 12
