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North Dakota Weather This Week: 70s Return Before Rain Friday Oct 23
Grand Forks, ND – A stretch of unusually pleasant mid October weather is expected across eastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota this week, with sunshine, temperatures reaching the 70s and lit
By Cameron Hayes · 2026-10-18T10:00:29.514Z
Grand Forks, ND – A stretch of unusually pleasant mid October weather is expected across eastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota this week, with sunshine, temperatures reaching the 70s and little chance of rain until Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, dry and mild conditions will continue through Thursday, October 22, before the next opportunity for rainfall arrives Friday and Saturday.
Sunny skies and temperatures reaching the 70s
Sunday, October 18, will bring mostly sunny skies and afternoon highs ranging from 62 to 72 degrees.
Southwest winds of 10 to 20 mph will gradually shift northwest throughout the day.
Monday will remain sunny, although temperatures will cool slightly, with highs between 58 and 65 degrees. Overnight lows could fall between 32 and 40 degrees, making for a chilly start Tuesday morning.
By Tuesday, October 20, temperatures are expected to rebound into the 62 to 70 degree range.
Southerly winds will increase to 15 to 25 mph, potentially creating breezy conditions for outdoor activities and travel.
Temperatures could approach 80 degrees Thursday
Wednesday will remain mostly sunny, with highs between 58 and 68 degrees and overnight lows ranging from 40 to 50 degrees.
The warmest temperatures of the forecast period are expected Thursday, October 22.
Afternoon highs could reach 68 to 78 degrees across the region, providing another stretch of mild fall weather before conditions begin changing.
Rain chances return Friday and Saturday
The National Weather Service indicates that the next opportunity for precipitation will arrive Friday, October 23, and Saturday, October 24.
Specific rainfall amounts and timing were not provided in Sunday's forecast.
Residents planning outdoor activities, agricultural work or weekend travel should monitor updates as the end of the week approaches.
Until then, eastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota can expect mostly dry conditions, abundant sunshine and daytime temperatures generally in the 60s and 70s.