Grand Forks, ND — The region is starting Wednesday with a weather system bringing showers and thunderstorms, as residents across North Dakota brace for a damp and stormy day. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Forks, thunderstorms are moving slowly east-southeast through the Jamestown-Valley City areas and are expected to impact Lisbon and areas southwest of Fargo throughout the early morning.
Today’s high will reach 72°F, with a 55% chance of rain persisting through the day. Overnight, temperatures will drop to 57°F, keeping the weather cool and damp.
Looking ahead, Thursday’s forecast indicates continued wet conditions with a 35% chance of showers, and cooler temperatures, with highs reaching just 66°F and lows falling to 48°F. The rain is expected to taper off by Friday, giving way to partly cloudy skies with a high of 69°F and a low of 50°F, offering some respite from the persistent showers.
The weekend looks more promising, with sunny skies expected on Saturday and Sunday. Saturday will see a high of 74°F, and Sunday will warm up further, reaching a pleasant 77°F. These milder conditions are anticipated to continue into Monday, with clear skies and highs also around 77°F.
