THURSDAY QUICK FORECAST:
The forecast for Thursday calls for temperatures in the low 80s and patchy sunshine for the day. We will see isolated showers and thunderstorms across the area as well, but not a total washout. Winds will remain calm from the WNW at 5-10 MPH.
LOCAL FORECAST:
Patchy sunshine and spotty rumbles are forecast for the morning hours, with temperatures reaching the low 70s by 9 am. Through the afternoon, our patchy sunshine and rumbles continue, mainly leaving the area in the early afternoon hours. Highs will reach the low 80s by the mid-afternoon to early evening. By around 9 pm, skies remain partly cloudy with temperatures in the upper 70s. None of these spotty rumbles through the day are looking to be severe level. As a reminder, you can always get the latest hourly forecast for your location right here on our website.
REGIONAL FORECAST FOR THURSDAY:
The regional forecast for Thursday shows us a near-average temperature day across the area. Grand Forks is expected to reach a high of 89 degrees, making it one of the hottest spots. Fargo will also be warm, with a forecasted high of 87 degrees. Bemidji will see temperatures in the mid-80s, reaching 84 degrees. Central locations like Fergus Falls, Brainerd, and St. Cloud will experience temperatures around 82 to 83 degrees. The Twin Cities and surrounding areas, including Hutchinson and Mankato, will have temperatures in the low 80s. Watertown and Marshall will also be warm, with highs of 84 and 83 degrees, respectively.
Northern areas like Duluth and Ashland will be slightly cooler but still warm, with temperatures at 82 degrees. Ely and Grand Marais will see highs of 82 and 81 degrees, providing a bit of relief from the heat. Overall, the region will experience temperatures mostly in the low to mid-80s, indicating a warm and sunny day.
