Burlington, Colorado – A generally quiet mid-January weather pattern is expected along the Colorado–Kansas border next week, with limited chances for snow or rain and no strong signal for widespread travel disruptions from Monday through Friday.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, areas across eastern Colorado and western Kansas fall within a below-normal precipitation zone during the January 12–16 period. Temperatures are projected to trend above seasonal averages at times, which should significantly limit winter precipitation and favor extended dry conditions across the High Plains.
Communities such as Burlington and Limon in Colorado, along with Goodland and Colby in Kansas, may see long stretches of dry weather with only isolated, low-impact precipitation chances. Any snow that does develop is expected to be brief and light, with little accumulation. Gusty winds remain a more likely concern than snowfall, particularly in open areas along Interstate 70, where visibility can occasionally be reduced even without active precipitation.
The Colorado Department of Transportation and Kansas Department of Transportation typically remind drivers that sudden wind shifts and overnight temperature drops can still create localized slick spots on bridges and elevated roadways. Motorists should remain alert during early morning travel.
The quieter pattern appears likely to hold through much of the workweek, though minor disturbances cannot be ruled out. Overall, widespread winter weather impacts along the Colorado–Kansas border appear unlikely through Friday.
