Grand Forks, N.D. – A damp, gray sky stretches over the Red River Valley this morning, where steady rain and brisk winds are signaling fall’s full arrival. By midmorning, light showers will blanket much of eastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota, bringing a chill that will deepen through midweek. It’s the kind of raw, wet start that reminds residents to grab a jacket — and maybe check the furnace.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, periods of rain will continue through much of Monday before tapering late tonight. Breezy northwest winds could gust up to 25 mph, driving afternoon temperatures into the 40s. A few heavier pockets of rain are likely north of Highway 2, while lighter, patchy showers linger south toward East Grand Forks and Crookston.
By Tuesday, the system pulls away, but the air behind it turns sharply cooler. Morning lows dip into the upper 20s by Wednesday — cold enough for widespread frost across rural areas and possible light freeze pockets near the Red River. Drivers should expect slick spots on bridges early Wednesday and reduced visibility where fog or lingering mist forms.
The rest of the week trends dry and sunny, though highs will hover in the low 50s — about ten degrees below seasonal norms. Warmer air returns briefly this weekend, but another cool push is already visible on long-range models, hinting at a stronger cold front by early next week that could deliver the first true fall freeze for the region.
Five-Day Forecast for Grand Forks, ND:
Mon: 47/39 – Rain and breezy; gusts near 25 mph.
Tue: 45/28 – Mostly cloudy early; clearing late and cooler.
Wed: 51/28 – Sunny and crisp; widespread frost early.
Thu: 53/34 – Clear and calm; seasonably cool.
Fri: 58/40 – Mostly sunny; pleasant fall afternoon.