Grand Forks, N.D. – A sharp drop in temperatures could bring widespread frost across eastern North Dakota and northwest Minnesota tonight, leaving crops and gardens vulnerable through early Sunday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, overnight lows are expected to dip into the low to mid-30s, creating conditions favorable for frost formation. The advisory covers a wide stretch of counties including Polk, Clay, Kittson, Becker, Mahnomen, Pembina, Grand Forks, and Walsh.
Residents in rural and low-lying areas face the greatest frost risk. Sensitive vegetation should be covered or moved indoors, and farmers are urged to take protective measures for late-season crops. Drivers may also encounter reduced visibility early Sunday if fog develops along with frost on untreated surfaces.
After the chilly start, temperatures will rebound into the upper 60s on Sunday and climb into the mid to upper 70s through the first half of the week. Skies remain mostly sunny with light winds, offering a stretch of dry weather after the frost threat passes.
Frost concerns will ease by Monday, but residents should stay alert for additional advisories later in the week if nighttime lows dip again.
Five Day Forecast for Grand Forks, ND
- Sunday: High near 68, partly cloudy, low around 45.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 77, low around 53.
- Tuesday: Mostly clear, high near 77, low around 48.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 75, low around 56.
- Thursday: Slight chance of showers, high near 73, low around 56.
