Grand Junction, CO – A brief warming trend brings higher-than-usual temperatures to Grand Junction today, with highs reaching the upper 50s. Residents can expect a mild day with sunny skies, as a high-pressure ridge holds rain at bay across the region. However, locals are urged to prepare for a quick reversal as a cold front moves in by Saturday, bringing significantly cooler weather and a noticeable drop in temperatures.
According to the National Weather Service, today’s high in Grand Junction should reach around 57°F, with light southeast winds. Friday will see even warmer conditions, with highs near 63°F and mostly sunny skies. As the weekend begins, temperatures are expected to dip, with Saturday’s high forecasted to be 49°F under mostly clear skies. Sunday and Monday will stay cool, with highs around 49°F and lows dropping into the upper 20s at night.
Travelers along I-70 and those planning outdoor activities should prepare for windy conditions on Friday, with gusts potentially reaching 30 mph in the afternoon. This wind shift signals the incoming cold front that will cool temperatures for the weekend and early next week.
Looking ahead, Monday night could see the first signs of winter precipitation, with chances for rain and snow showers across western Colorado. By Tuesday, snow showers may continue in the area, particularly in higher elevations, while temperatures remain chilly with a high near 43°F.
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