Grand Junction, CO – A sunny Sunday offers a reprieve for Colorado residents before temperatures drop and snow chances return early this week. Highs today will peak around 49°F, with light winds making for pleasant conditions across the region.
According to the National Weather Service, overnight lows will dip into the 20s Sunday night, setting the stage for a colder week. Monday will see mostly sunny skies and highs near 47°F, but weather models predict increasing clouds and light mountain snow showers by late Monday night into Tuesday. Commuters along I-70 and Scenic Byway 65 should prepare for potentially icy conditions as temperatures drop below freezing, particularly overnight.
Looking ahead, Tuesday’s highs are expected to hover around 41°F, with lows plummeting to 22°F by evening. Forecasters warn that additional storm systems may bring increased snowfall to higher elevations, particularly near Steamboat Springs and Ouray. Midweek temperatures will remain well below normal, with Wednesday’s high forecast at just 45°F.
Residents are encouraged to check local weather updates regularly and plan ahead for colder conditions, especially during morning and evening commutes. Those traveling through mountainous areas should carry chains and emergency supplies as a precaution.
By Thursday, temperatures are expected to rebound slightly, with highs nearing 51°F, though partly cloudy skies may linger. The weekend forecast looks promising, with sunny conditions and a gradual warming trend to mid-50s by Friday and Saturday.
