Grand Junction, Colorado – Thunderstorms could roll into Grand Junction by Friday afternoon, threatening travel plans along U.S. 50 and local roadways just as weekend traffic ramps up. With a 50% chance of showers and gusty winds after 3 p.m., the Friday drive may turn slick and unpredictable.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, skies will be partly sunny Friday with a high near 81°F before storms develop. Localized downpours and wind gusts up to 15 mph may reduce visibility on rural roads and canyon passes. The storms are expected to clear by Friday night, giving way to a dry and sunny weekend.
Saturday and Sunday will bring summerlike warmth, with highs near 88°F and 93°F, respectively. Skies will stay mostly clear through Sunday night, providing ideal conditions for outdoor events, hiking, or lake trips.
Residents should monitor updates if planning to be outdoors Friday afternoon and avoid low-lying areas during brief heavy rain. Secure loose items in yards and stay off roads if thunder roars.
Looking ahead, temperatures will remain hot into early next week, peaking near 94°F Monday and Tuesday. A slight cooldown begins Tuesday night, but no significant rain is in sight after Friday.
🌤️ Five-Day Grand Junction Forecast:
- Thursday, June 5: Slight chance of storms after 9 a.m. | High: 76°F | Wind shifting from east to southwest
- Friday, June 6: 50% chance of showers and storms after 3 p.m. | High: 81°F
- Saturday, June 7: Sunny and dry | High: 88°F
- Sunday, June 8: Mostly clear and hot | High: 93°F
- Monday, June 9: Continued heat, partly cloudy | High: 94°F
- Tuesday, June 10: High near 94°F | Slight chance of a shower Tuesday night
