Grand Forks, ND – A midweek shift in weather is bringing wet conditions across eastern North Dakota, but residents can expect sunnier skies and significantly warmer temperatures heading into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, scattered showers are likely to develop Wednesday afternoon and continue through Wednesday night, with a 30% chance of rain. Cloudy and breezy conditions will linger into Thursday, keeping daytime highs in the upper 40s to low 50s. Morning lows will dip into the 30s.
A significant warm-up begins Friday, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures climbing into the mid-60s. Saturday will see continued warming, with highs ranging from 64°F to 70°F and partly sunny skies expected across the region. A slight chance of rain returns late Saturday night into Sunday.
Drivers are advised to use caution during Wednesday’s showers, particularly during evening commutes. Residents should also prepare for fluctuating temperatures and keep an umbrella handy midweek before transitioning to lighter layers as the weekend approaches.
This weather pattern marks a notable shift from earlier spring conditions, and with temperatures climbing into the 60s and low 70s, outdoor plans may resume just in time for the weekend.
