Denver, Colorado – Residents across Colorado and Kansas should prepare for a more active weather pattern March 5-11, with periodic rain on the plains and snow in the Rockies that could impact travel and outdoor plans.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, both states fall within a 40 to 50 percent chance of above-normal precipitation during the March 5-11 period. While the heaviest rain signal is positioned farther east across the Mississippi and Ohio valleys, the central High Plains remain favored for multiple systems bringing measurable precipitation. Temperatures are expected to vary, with cooler air lingering near the Rockies and milder conditions across parts of Kansas.
In Denver, Colorado Springs and mountain communities, lower elevations will see rain at times, while higher elevations along the I-70 corridor and central Rockies could pick up additional snowfall. In Wichita, Topeka and Kansas City, most precipitation will fall as rain.
Periods of steady rainfall may create ponding along Interstates 25, 70 and 35, particularly in urban corridors. Snow-covered stretches of I-70 through the mountains could slow travel during heavier bursts.
Residents should monitor road conditions, especially across mountain passes, and allow extra commute time during heavier precipitation. The unsettled pattern continues through March 11, and additional advisories could be issued if precipitation trends increase.
