Grand Junction, Colorado – Colorado’s Western Slope faces a rare late-April chill this Easter Sunday as freeze warnings and watches extend through Tuesday morning. Grand Junction and surrounding areas could see nighttime lows dip into the 20s—posing a serious threat to gardens, pipes, and spring vegetation.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, a Freeze Warning remains in effect through 9 a.m. Sunday, while a Freeze Watch extends Sunday night through Tuesday morning. Affected areas include the Grand Valley, Uncompahgre River Basin, Paradox Valley, and US-50 corridor cities like Fruita, Palisade, and Montrose. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 22°F are possible, especially late Monday night into Tuesday.
Frost-sensitive plants and outdoor plumbing are at high risk. Homeowners are urged to cover plants, drip outdoor faucets, and avoid overnight irrigation. Garden centers and nurseries may also delay spring shipments until temperatures rise later in the week.
While Sunday stays mostly sunny with a high near 68°F, temps drop sharply after sunset. Monday and Tuesday will warm gradually, but each night could bring another freeze threat, especially in low-lying or rural areas.
Five-Day Forecast for Grand Junction:
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 68°F, low 39°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 75°F, low 43°F
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 78°F, low 46°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 79°F, low 48°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 81°F, low 47°F
