East Grand Forks, Minnesota – Sunny skies will dominate midweek in Minnesota, but don’t get too comfortable — a strong shift toward wet weather arrives by Friday.
According to the National Weather Service, East Grand Forks will see increasing clouds on Wednesday, July 16, with temperatures nearing 70°F and breezy north winds up to 23 mph. Conditions stay dry through Thursday, offering a brief window for outdoor plans. By Friday, a 70% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms could drench the region, including travel routes like U.S. Highway 2 and residential areas in Polk County.
Thursday remains the best day to plan any summer outings, with clear skies and a high of 74°F, but residents are urged to charge devices and secure outdoor items ahead of Friday’s potential storms. Wet roads and scattered thunderstorms could delay travel, especially during afternoon hours.
The weekend outlook remains unsettled. While Saturday appears mostly clear, Sunday carries another 30% storm chance, signaling lingering summer instability. Highs will climb back toward 77°F on Saturday, giving a brief return to classic July warmth.
By Monday, expect a high of 81°F under partly sunny skies with continued storm chances Monday night — a reminder that Minnesota’s summer can turn stormy with little warning.
⚠️ Warnings remain possible through the weekend. Stay weather-aware, especially on Friday and Sunday.
🌤 Five-Day Forecast for East Grand Forks, MN (July 16–21):
- Wednesday: Increasing clouds, high near 70°F. North wind 10–14 mph, gusts to 23 mph.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 74°F. Light south wind.
- Friday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 71°F. Gusts up to 22 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 77°F. Calm winds.
- Sunday: 30% chance of showers/storms, high near 81°F. Storms possible again Monday night.
