Grand Forks, North Dakota – A potential winter storm could bring accumulating snow of 2 inches or more to eastern North Dakota beginning Tuesday evening, possibly affecting travel along Interstate 29 and U.S. Highway 2.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, a winter system is expected to approach the Northern Plains by the middle of next week. Current projections show about a 60 percent chance of snowfall exceeding 2 inches across portions of the region.
Forecasters say impacts would likely begin Tuesday evening and could continue through Thursday. A mix of rain and snow is expected, with final snowfall totals dependent on where the rain-to-snow transition line sets up.
While early estimates suggest around 1 inch of accumulation in some areas, officials note totals could exceed 6 to 8 inches if colder air arrives sooner or lingers longer than currently expected. The exact track and timing of the system remain uncertain.
Communities including Grand Forks, Fargo, Devils Lake and surrounding areas fall within the probability zone shown in the latest outlook. Travel corridors such as I-29, I-94 and U.S. Highway 2 may experience slick conditions if snowfall rates increase or transition timing shifts.
The National Weather Service emphasized that details are still emerging and adjustments to snowfall projections are likely in the coming days.
Drivers, college students and commercial carriers across the Red River Valley may want to monitor updates as midweek travel plans could be affected.
Residents are encouraged to follow official forecasts and prepare for possible changing road conditions Tuesday night into Thursday.
