Seize the day (even if it’s raining)

(DEER RIVER, MN) A rainy grey blanket is set to settle over Deer River Friday, but that doesn’t have to put a damper on getting things done. Make the most of it with one of these ideas — or use them as inspiration to come up with your own plan to beat the grey.

Make a sun bucket-list: Whether it’s researching nearby hikes, scouring forums for information about great swimming holes, or making a list of places to try a hobby like stand-up paddle-boarding, setting aside a rainy day for planning can help you make the most of the next sunbreak.

Bookkeeping: It might be tedious, but it’s also widely agreed to be the foundation of stable personal finances. Why not take advantage of some down time to track your spending and saving for the month or year so far?

Catch a movie: Not feeling the need to go all-out? A movie or other indoor entertainment can be a great down-day activity, letting you relax and be ready to seize the day when the clouds finally decide to part.

Along with rain Friday, here’s the rest of the four-day forecast for Deer River:

• Friday, October 15

  Scattered rain showers during the day; while scattered rain showers then mostly cloudy overnight

  • High 46 °F, low 34 °F
  • Windy: 20 mph

• Saturday, October 16

  Sunny during the day; while mostly clear overnight

  • High 57 °F, low 36 °F
  • Breezy: 5 mph

• Sunday, October 17

  Sunny during the day; while clear overnight

  • High 63 °F, low 42 °F
  • Breezy: 0 mph

• Monday, October 18

  Sunny during the day; while partly cloudy overnight

  • High 68 °F, low 45 °F
  • Breezy: 5 mph

This forecast was created automatically using NWS data.