GRAND JUNCTION, CO – A freeze warning is set to take effect tonight in Grand Junction, with below-freezing temperatures expected across the area. Residents should prepare for temperatures dropping to 30°F tonight and safeguard any vulnerable plants, outdoor pipes, and sensitive equipment.
According to the National Weather Service, much colder air will bring freezing morning lows through the end of the week, keeping the region under persistent freeze warnings. Snow levels could drop below 6,000 feet, which will lead to light snow in lower valleys and heavier accumulations at higher mountain passes. Those commuting through mountain passes should exercise caution, as roads may be slick, and visibility reduced.
Detailed Forecast for the Week Ahead:
• Tonight: Mostly clear skies with a low near 30°F. Light winds will shift eastward, setting up a frigid morning.
• Thursday: Sunny with a high around 56°F. Breezes will remain light, but cold air lingers through early morning hours.
• Thursday Night: Mostly clear, low near 31°F. Light winds out of the south, continuing the week’s cold trend.
• Friday: Temperatures moderate with a high around 59°F and mostly sunny skies.
• Friday Night: Partly cloudy with a low of 34°F, signaling the start of a slight warming trend.
• Saturday: Mostly sunny with highs near 62°F, offering some relief from the recent chill.
• Saturday Night: Cloudy with a slight chance of rain after midnight, low around 39°F.
With morning temperatures likely to stay near or below freezing, residents are advised to drive cautiously, especially in areas where light snowfall is expected. Travelers heading through mountain passes should remain alert to potentially challenging conditions and allow extra time to reach their destinations safely.
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