East Grand Forks, MN – Spring weather in Minnesota is off to a chilly start this week, with snow chances and strong winds in the forecast. A mix of rain and snow is expected late Monday night into Tuesday morning, while wind gusts could reach up to 38 mph by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service, Monday will be mostly sunny with a high near 49°F, but conditions change overnight. A slight chance of rain will develop before 3 a.m., transitioning into snow as temperatures drop to 30°F. By Tuesday morning, there is a 40% chance of snow, with gusty north winds reaching up to 26 mph.
Tuesday night will be even windier, with gusts up to 36 mph as temperatures fall to 21°F. Wednesday remains breezy, with highs only reaching 35°F and winds from the northwest at 30 mph. By Thursday, the weather calms slightly, but highs will stay in the upper 30s with continued north winds.
Drivers should prepare for reduced visibility and strong crosswinds, especially on U.S. Highway 2. If traveling early Tuesday morning, watch for slick roads due to possible snow accumulation.
Despite the chilly conditions, sunshine will dominate the second half of the week, with temperatures slowly warming by next weekend. Stay updated with local forecasts as conditions develop.
