East Grand Forks, Minn. – Thunderstorms are expected to rattle East Grand Forks by Friday night, possibly disrupting travel along Highway 2 and Highway 220 just as weekend plans ramp up. After a calm, sunny Friday with a high near 82°F, conditions will shift fast after 9 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are likely between 9 p.m. and 1 a.m., with gusty winds up to 21 mph. Stronger storms could linger into early Saturday morning, bringing localized rainfall of up to half an inch. Flash flooding isn’t likely, but puddling on low-lying roads is possible. Residents should avoid non-essential travel late Friday night and secure outdoor items before the storms arrive.
Saturday brings only a slight chance of storms, with a summer-like high of 88°F. Sunday will turn sunny and breezy, offering a great window for outdoor activities ahead of more showers by midweek. Wind gusts Sunday could reach 25 mph, so lightweight tents and lawn furniture should be anchored securely.
Five-Day Outlook for East Grand Forks:
- Thursday (Today): High 75°F, mostly cloudy. Gusts up to 20 mph.
- Friday: High 82°F, mostly sunny day. Storms likely after 9 p.m.
- Saturday: High 88°F, partly sunny. Slight chance of evening storms.
- Sunday: High 84°F, sunny and breezy. Gusts up to 25 mph.
- Monday: High 83°F, sunny. Low near 60°F with mild winds.
