Colorado – Light snow drifts across city streets this morning, clinging to windshields and softening traffic noise along the Front Range. The cold feels immediate and sharp, with each gust reminding drivers and pedestrians that winter still has a firm grip.
According to the National Weather Service in Denver/Boulder, light to moderate snow continues through the day across the metro area. High temperatures struggle to reach the mid-20s, while wind chills dip below zero at times. Snowfall remains light in Denver, but steady enough to create slick conditions on untreated roads.
Travel impacts build quietly. Snow-covered lanes along I-25, I-70, and C-470 may become slick through the morning and afternoon. Bridges and shaded streets freeze first. Plan extra time and increase following distance if heading out. Visibility briefly drops during heavier snow bands, especially north and west of downtown.
Cold air holds through Sunday. A few additional snow showers develop late in the day, with minor accumulation possible, mainly along and west of I-25. Overnight lows fall near 10 degrees, keeping icy spots locked in place through early Monday.
Relief arrives quickly next week. By Monday afternoon, sunshine breaks through and temperatures rebound sharply into the upper 40s. Snowmelt accelerates, raising the risk of daytime runoff refreezing after sunset. Watch for flash-freezing on side streets and parking lots during the evening hours.
Tuesday stays mostly sunny and seasonable, with highs near 50. The warming trend continues into midweek, though colder nights persist. Emergency managers urge residents to limit exposure during cold periods, dress in layers, and check vehicle readiness before driving in snowy conditions.
Looking ahead, longer-range outlooks suggest near-normal temperatures returning late next week, with limited precipitation chances after the early-week warm-up.
Five-Day Outlook for Denver, Colorado
• Today: Snow likely; high near 24
• Sunday: Slight chance snow; high near 26
• Monday: Sunny and warmer; high near 49
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny; high near 48
• Wednesday: Sunny; high near 51
