Colorado – Cold pavement glints under early light across the Front Range, but change is already in motion. What begins as a quiet, chilly morning will end with a dramatic shift that feels more like March than January.
According to the National Weather Service in Denver and Boulder, a Hazardous Weather Outlook remains in place for northeast and north-central Colorado. Any lingering snow showers stay confined to the mountains, tapering off through the morning. For Denver and the I-25 corridor, only isolated slick spots remain from earlier cold.
Today turns sunny and calm across the metro. Temperatures climb toward the upper 40s by afternoon, easing travel concerns. Winds stay light, helping roads dry quickly. In the high country, brief flurries may still affect passes, but impacts remain minor.
Tonight cools quickly under clear skies. Lows drop into the 20s, setting up another cold start Saturday. That chill won’t last long. Saturday rebounds sharply, with highs pushing the upper 50s. Outdoor plans look solid, though snowmelt may refreeze after sunset, creating patchy slick spots on untreated roads.
Sunday brings the biggest shift. Sunshine dominates, and highs surge into the low 60s across Denver, Boulder, and Aurora. This rapid warming increases runoff from melting snow, especially near foothill neighborhoods. Drivers should watch for wet roads and shaded icy patches early and late.
Early next week stays mild. Monday remains near 60 with partial sun. Clouds increase Monday night ahead of a weak system. By Tuesday, a slight chance of rain or snow returns, mainly late, with little impact expected.
This warm-cool swing reflects a broader pattern across the West as winter loosens its grip. Enjoy the warmth, but stay alert for freeze-thaw hazards.
Five-Day Outlook for Denver, Colorado
- Today: Sunny, high near 49°
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 58°
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 62°
- Monday: Partly sunny, high near 61°
- Tuesday: Slight rain or snow chance, high near 52°
