GRAND FORKS, ND–MN — A dim, silvery glow spreads across the Red River Valley this morning, hinting at the calm before a sharp November transition. Clouds will thicken through the day, bringing increasing chances for light rain by evening — the first step toward a colder, more wintry pattern that develops later this week.
Light rain may linger into early Thursday before colder air presses south. Temperatures will hover near 50°F midweek, but a brisk northwest wind returns by late Thursday, setting up the region’s first notable shot of early-winter chill. By Friday morning, highs will fall into the 30s, with wind chills in the 20s — a clear reminder that the fall season is fading fast.
The National Weather Service expects a mix of rain and light snow across Grand Forks and East Grand Forks by late Friday into Saturday. While accumulation looks limited, the first measurable flakes could dust the ground, especially north and east of the city. Drivers should prepare for slippery patches, particularly during early morning commutes or late-evening travel.
This weekend brings colder, calmer weather, with highs in the 30s and lows in the teens — the kind of pattern that primes the ground for the next round of moisture. Early models hint at a colder, stormier setup mid-November, possibly leading to the season’s first widespread snow before Thanksgiving.
For now, keep jackets handy, secure outdoor gear, and enjoy one more mild day before the first real taste of winter settles over the Red River Valley.
