Denver, CO — Colorado drivers and residents should brace for a wintry blast starting Wednesday, as rain and snow move into the Denver metro area and surrounding high elevations. Impacts to travel are expected, especially along Interstate 70 and through mountain passes, where gusts could reach 50 mph.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, snow will persist across the high country through Saturday, with totals reaching up to 12 inches. North and Middle Parks may see 3 to 6 inches. In Denver, a rain/snow mix is likely beginning Wednesday night, continuing intermittently through Friday.
Wednesday will begin dry with highs near 53°F but will turn colder and wetter overnight. Winds will gust as high as 28 mph in the city. Little to no snow accumulation is expected at lower elevations, but slick roads are possible during late-night and early-morning hours.
On Thursday, expect rain and snow chances to return, with snow more likely by Friday. Overnight lows will drop to the mid-20s. By Saturday, colder air takes hold, with a better chance of snow across the metro and a high near 40°F.
Five-Day Forecast Snapshot:
- Wednesday: Chance of snow late; high 53°F / low 29°F
- Thursday: Rain/snow likely; high 43°F / low 27°F
- Friday: Rain/snow mix; high 46°F / low 29°F
- Saturday: Snow likely; high 40°F / low 23°F
- Sunday: Partly cloudy; high 44°F
