Breckenridge, Colorado – Drivers crossing Colorado’s high mountain passes Sunday morning could encounter slick pavement and strong wind gusts up to 50 mph, as light snow continues across the central Rockies through midday.
According to the National Weather Service in Denver, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until noon Sunday for high-elevation areas above 9,000 feet in Summit, Grand, Boulder, Gilpin, Clear Creek, and Park counties. Additional snow totals are expected to reach up to 2 inches, with gusty winds blowing snow across exposed roads.
Mountain travel near Breckenridge, Winter Park, and the Eisenhower Tunnel could see the most impact. Key corridors including Interstate 70 over the Continental Divide and U.S. 40 near Berthoud Pass may experience sudden gusts and drifting snow that reduce traction, particularly on higher elevations and shaded stretches.
Farther south along the Front Range foothills, Castle Rock, Larkspur, and Elizabeth remain under a separate advisory where 1 to 3 inches of snow could make roads difficult through late morning. Elevated routes in Douglas and Elbert counties may see slushy accumulation on untreated pavement.
Transportation officials urge drivers to slow down and check conditions before traveling. Road updates are available through Colorado’s 511 system or at cotrip.org.
Snow showers should taper by midday Sunday, but slick conditions may persist on high passes even after the advisory expires.
