Man, this past weekend was just perfect! With temperatures in the 50s and 60s and barely any wind, it felt like Mother Nature was almost apologizing for all the recent snow, ice, and frigid temperatures. It was the kind of weekend where you could wash the car, take a leisurely stroll, or just sit outside and pretend spring had arrived early.

Brace Yourself: North Dakota’s Weather Has Other Plans

But hold on—before we get too comfortable, North Dakota’s weather is constantly reminding us just who’s in charge. By the end of the week, we might be trading in our light jackets for snow shovels and snow blowers. A potential winter storm is eyeing our region for Friday through Saturday, and while the details are still up in the air, one thing is certain: wind and snow are back in the conversation.

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Wind, Snow, and a Wild Card for Western North Dakota

Strong winds are expected to pick up across central and eastern North Dakota, which means we could see blowing snow, which might make a mess of things. As for snow totals? South-central and eastern parts of the state could be in for some fresh accumulation. This could upset travel plans, so keep an eye on the latest weather information before you head out. Western North Dakota, on the other hand, seems to be playing it cool—either dodging most of the action or just keeping us all guessing.

So, how long will this mild spell last? Not long enough. But hey, every nice day brings us a little closer to spring—or at least that’s the story I’m sticking with!

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LOOK: The most extreme temperatures in the history of every state

Stacker consulted 2021 data from the NOAA's State Climate Extremes Committee (SCEC) to illustrate the hottest and coldest temperatures ever recorded in each state. Each slide also reveals the all-time highest 24-hour precipitation record and all-time highest 24-hour snowfall.

Keep reading to find out individual state records in alphabetical order.

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