Grand Forks, ND – North Dakota is bracing for a shift in weather conditions over the next few days, with gusty winds and potential thunderstorms posing significant threats, particularly in the Red River Valley and eastern parts of the state.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Forks, today’s forecast includes south to southeast winds ranging from 12 to 25 mph, peaking in the Red River Valley with gusts up to 30 mph. Temperatures will remain in the upper 70s to low 80s. Tonight, clouds will increase, leading to a high probability of thunderstorms after midnight, particularly in eastern North Dakota.
The threat of thunderstorms extends into Thursday morning, primarily targeting the Red River Valley and parts of northwest and west-central Minnesota. The NWS in Bismarck has also issued a severe weather alert for Wednesday evening, with expectations of large hail up to half dollar size and damaging winds reaching 60 mph.
As the week progresses, temperatures will climb into the mid-80s, with humidity levels rising ahead of the weekend. The forecast suggests a warm and humid weekend, with potential storm activity late Sunday into Monday, followed by a noticeable cooling trend by the end of the month.
Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and take necessary precautions, especially when severe weather warnings are issued.
