Denver, Colorado – A milder late-winter pattern is taking hold across Wyoming and Colorado in the Feb. 21–27 window, increasing the likelihood of above-normal temperatures and shifting precipitation toward a mix of rain and snow.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, both states fall within a 33% to 50% probability zone for above-normal temperatures during the 8- to 14-day outlook. That trend points to afternoon highs running several degrees above late-February averages, especially along the Front Range and across eastern plains communities.
While the warmer pattern reduces the chance of prolonged Arctic cold, passing systems could still deliver periods of snow in higher elevations. In Wyoming, including Casper and Cheyenne, brief snow or a rain-snow mix is possible if colder air lingers near the surface. In Colorado, rain appears more likely for lower elevations such as Denver and Colorado Springs during the day, with snow confined to the foothills and mountain corridors including I-70 west of Denver.
Drivers should remain alert for slick stretches over mountain passes such as Vail and Elk Mountain, where overnight cooling could lead to refreezing.
The broader setup favors active weather rather than an extended dry stretch. Additional updates from the National Weather Service may refine precipitation type and timing as late February approaches.
