Colorado — A crisp and steady dawn settles over the Front Range, with thin clouds drifting east as the first light washes across the foothills. The air feels cool and dry now, but models hint at a fast-changing pattern as early Thanksgiving travel accelerates this week.
Today stays calm and mild, with sunshine and a high in the low 60s. Roads remain dry for morning commuters, and early travelers using I-25 or Peña Boulevard should see smooth conditions. Light winds shift gently from the east this afternoon, a subtle early sign of the coming Winter Tease.
Tonight brings mostly clear skies and a quick drop into the mid-30s. Patchy frost could form in sheltered spots along the South Platte corridor, so residents should protect sensitive plants and allow extra windshield-thawing time on Wednesday morning.
Wednesday stays quiet with highs in the mid-60s, though clouds begin building late in the day. Travelers heading to DIA in the evening may notice increasing haze along the foothills as moisture edges closer from the west.
The main change arrives Thursday. A 40% chance of showers develops after late morning, followed by a stronger push of colder air Thursday night. Rain may briefly change to wet snow in parts of the metro area after 8 p.m., especially south and west of downtown. While accumulations stay uncertain, models continue to hint at a light coating in the highest neighborhoods—just enough to create slick spots for early outbound holiday travelers.
Friday brings lingering showers and a high in the upper 40s. Drivers on I-70 toward the high country should watch for heavier snow above 9,000 feet and possible delays near the Eisenhower Tunnel.
The weekend improves. Saturday turns sunny with a high near 56, followed by a bright and seasonal Sunday—ideal for prepping homes or making early Thanksgiving supply runs.
