East Grand Forks residents will need to stay weather-aware this weekend, as thunderstorms are set to move through the region late Saturday into Sunday before drier and calmer weather settles in for the start of next week. According to the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning are all possible Sunday afternoon, bringing short-term hazards for travelers and outdoor plans.
Saturday begins with scattered thunderstorms in the morning, but skies are expected to gradually clear by afternoon, allowing temperatures to climb near 78 degrees. Winds will shift to the southeast Saturday night, gusting near 18 miles per hour, helping to set the stage for a more active weather day on Sunday.
By Sunday morning, showers will redevelop and strengthen into thunderstorms after 1 p.m., with a 60 percent chance of precipitation across the region. Rainfall totals are projected to reach between a quarter and a half inch, though locally higher amounts are possible where storms linger. Winds from the east at 10 to 15 miles per hour, with gusts as high as 23 mph, will add to the unsettled feel. The strongest storms may bring heavy rain that briefly reduces visibility, along with lightning that could disrupt outdoor events. Drivers returning home at the end of the weekend are advised to leave extra travel time, as slick roadways and reduced visibility could make for tricky conditions.
Fortunately, the unsettled pattern looks short-lived. By Monday, conditions will improve as partly sunny skies return and highs reach the mid-70s. The warming trend continues Tuesday, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures climbing near 80 degrees. Wednesday maintains a calm and pleasant feel, with sunny skies and highs in the mid-70s, offering a stretch of ideal summer weather for outdoor activities.
The five-day forecast highlights this transition clearly: Saturday will feature a mix of morning storms followed by improving conditions, Sunday brings the main risk of thunderstorms and heavy rain, and the early to midweek period settles into a dry and seasonably warm pattern.
East Grand Forks faces an unsettled weekend capped by thunderstorms on Sunday that may bring heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning hazards. However, the storms will move out quickly, giving way to a string of sunny, mild days starting Monday. Residents are encouraged to secure outdoor items ahead of Sunday’s gusty winds, remain cautious if traveling during storms, and look forward to calmer and more comfortable weather as the new week unfolds.
