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Grand Junction, CO Weather Alert: 90% Rain Tuesday Night, Nov 15-19
Grand Junction, CO — Colorado's Western Slope faces a changing November weather pattern, with gusty winds, possible thunderstorms and a 90% chance of rain Tuesday night. Grand Junction could see tempe
By Audrey Sloan · 2026-11-15T12:15:01.717Z
Grand Junction, CO — Colorado's Western Slope faces a changing November weather pattern, with gusty winds, possible thunderstorms and a 90% chance of rain Tuesday night. Grand Junction could see temperatures climb into the lower 60s before showers arrive and colder conditions develop later in the week.
For drivers along Interstate 70, Tuesday evening and Thursday night deserve attention as precipitation chances increase.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, Tuesday, November 17, brings a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before widespread showers become possible Tuesday night.
The developing pattern could affect Mesa County and the greater Grand Junction area, including Fruita, Clifton and nearby Western Slope communities.
Tuesday Brings 30 MPH Gusts Before Rain Chances Increase Sunday, November 15, begins with mostly sunny skies and temperatures near 56 degrees.
Monday remains mild, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 58 degrees.
However, Tuesday introduces a noticeable shift.
Temperatures reach approximately 61 degrees, making Tuesday the warmest day of the five day period.
Southwest winds increase to 10 20 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 30 mph.
A slight chance of showers develops between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., followed by possible thunderstorms.
Daytime precipitation chances remain relatively low at 20%.
That changes Tuesday night.
Rain Chances Jump to 90% Tuesday Night The National Weather Service expects showers and possibly a thunderstorm Tuesday night.
Precipitation chances climb sharply to 90%, while temperatures fall near 38 degrees.
Drivers should prepare for wet pavement and reduced visibility if heavier showers develop.
Travel along Interstate 70 and Highway 50 could become more challenging during periods of rainfall.
Although thunderstorms are possible, the supplied forecast does not indicate a specific tornado threat or widespread severe weather.
Wednesday, November 18, brings improving conditions.
A 20% chance of showers remains before 11 a.m., followed by mostly sunny skies and a high near 52 degrees.
Wednesday night cools to approximately 34 degrees.
Another Storm System Approaches Thursday Night Thursday brings partly sunny skies and a high near 57 degrees.
However, another round of precipitation becomes likely after 11 p.m. Thursday.
Temperatures fall near 38 degrees before Friday brings additional showers and breezy conditions.
Friday's high reaches approximately 51 degrees.
Rain and snow showers become likely Friday night as temperatures drop near 31 degrees.
That near freezing temperature could create isolated slick spots wherever moisture freezes on untreated pavement.
However, measurable snowfall is not specifically forecast for Grand Junction in the supplied outlook.
Grand Junction Five Day Weather Outlook: November 15 19 Sunday, Nov. 15: Mostly sunny with a high near 56°F. Partly cloudy tonight, low near 36°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Mostly cloudy with a high near 58°F. Partly cloudy Monday night, low near 38°F. Tuesday, Nov. 17: Breezy and partly sunny, with a high near 61°F. Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with daytime rain chances near 20%. Wind gusts up to 30 mph. Tuesday night brings a 90% chance of showers, low near 38°F. Wednesday, Nov. 18: A 20% chance of morning showers before 11 a.m., then mostly sunny. High near 52°F. Partly cloudy Wednesday night, low near 34°F. Thursday, Nov. 19: Partly sunny with a high near 57°F. Showers likely after 11 p.m., low near 38°F. Looking Ahead: November 20 21 Friday brings showers and breezy conditions, with a high near 51 degrees.
Rain and snow showers become likely Friday night as temperatures fall near 31 degrees.
Saturday returns to mostly sunny skies, with a cooler high near 48 degrees.
The extended outlook suggests another period of unsettled weather, but snowfall amounts remain uncertain.
Are you preparing for Tuesday night's rain or traveling Interstate 70 this week? Tell us what conditions you're seeing around Grand Junction and Mesa County.