Colorado — A crisp, cold dawn settles across the Front Range as faint light spreads over Pikes Peak and the plains below. Pavement feels chilled and dry, but the atmosphere hints at a brewing shift—an early Winter Tease timed poorly for the first push of Thanksgiving travel.
Today begins mostly sunny near 60°, with light winds gradually turning southeast. Conditions stay smooth for commuters, but residents should use the calm to prep for a quick pattern change arriving late Wednesday night into Thursday. Models signal increasing moisture and colder air converging over El Paso County, priming the region for a disruptive stretch.
Tonight turns partly cloudy with temperatures dipping into the low 30s. Winds shift south, then northwest, marking the leading edge of the midweek trough.
Wednesday stays mild, near the low 60s, before clouds thicken late in the evening. Calm weather through sunset may give travelers a false sense of stability.
Thursday brings the main concern. Showers become likely after 11 a.m., with a rain-to-snow changeover possible by late afternoon as colder air filters in. Snow becomes more probable Thursday evening, when temperatures slide into the low 30s. While confidence remains lower at lower elevations, the trend suggests 1–3 inches possible in parts of the city and foothills. Even light accumulation may cause slick spots along I-25, Highway 24, and Monument Hill—historically sensitive areas during early-season events.
Friday morning may begin with lingering snow showers before shifting to a cold, partly sunny afternoon in the upper 40s. Travelers heading south toward Pueblo or north toward Castle Rock should plan extra time.
The weekend rebounds nicely. Saturday turns sunny near 55°, and Sunday warms into the upper 50s—ideal for outdoor tasks, early decorating, or hosting incoming family before the bigger Thanksgiving wave.
