Grand Forks, ND – A dense fog advisory remains in effect for Grand Forks, ND, and surrounding areas, including portions of northwest and west central Minnesota. The advisory, issued by the National Weather Service, is set to last until 9 AM today, Friday, April 11. Drivers are advised to exercise caution as visibility has dropped to as low as a quarter-mile in some areas, creating hazardous driving conditions.
Fog is expected to vary over short distances, meaning some areas could experience rapidly changing visibility. The morning commute may be especially difficult, and visibility could remain impaired well into the early hours. The dense fog is affecting major routes, including Interstate 29 and Highway 2, making it crucial for drivers to slow down and use headlights.
As conditions improve later today, expect patchy fog and a high of 63°F with light southwest winds becoming gustier later in the morning. By Saturday, weather conditions will begin to stabilize, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 65°F.
Looking ahead, the extended forecast shows spring temperatures continuing to rise over the weekend, with a slight chance of rain moving in Sunday. Winds will remain gusty throughout the weekend, especially on Monday, as temperatures reach a high of 47°F, and a chance for showers increases. Here’s a look at the detailed 5-day forecast:
- Saturday: High 65°F, Mostly Cloudy
- Sunday: High 53°F, Rain Likely
- Monday: High 47°F, Windy with Chance of Rain
- Tuesday: High 51°F, Breezy with Showers
- Wednesday: High 61°F, Partly Cloudy
