Grand Junction, CO – Light to moderate snow continues to fall across Colorado’s northern and central mountain regions through Sunday evening, creating hazardous travel conditions for weekend travelers.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, snow will persist through Saturday night into Sunday, with the heaviest accumulations expected along key high-altitude corridors, including Interstate 70 and state highways 40, 50, and 550. Drivers should anticipate icy and snow-packed roads, especially over mountain passes, where visibility and traction may be limited.
Travelers are urged to check road conditions frequently and prepare for possible closures or significant delays. Snow totals are expected to peak through Sunday PM, with some areas seeing up to 8 inches. Impacts are likely to extend into popular routes connecting Vail, Aspen, Gunnison, and Steamboat Springs.
While mountain areas face winter-like challenges, lower elevations will experience milder conditions. Temperatures across valleys and plains are expected to rebound toward seasonal March norms, easing driving conditions outside high country routes.
The Colorado Department of Transportation advises motorists to carry emergency supplies, reduce speeds, and consider alternate travel times. For the latest road closures and alerts, visit www.cotrip.org or dial 511.
