Colorado — Wet pavement glistens under low clouds across western Colorado as the New Year begins, while snow quietly piles up in the mountains just beyond town. Conditions look calm early, but they won’t stay that way everywhere.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, precipitation spreads across the region today. Valley locations, including Grand Junction, see mostly rain, while snow develops above roughly 8,000 to 9,000 feet. Winter Weather Advisories remain posted for Colorado’s mountains, where winter driving conditions are expected.
In Grand Junction, temperatures stay mild for January. Highs reach the low 40s today, limiting snow accumulation in town. However, travelers heading toward the Elk Mountains, Flat Tops, or San Juans could encounter snow-covered roads and reduced visibility by afternoon and evening.
Friday keeps the unsettled pattern in place. Rain continues in lower elevations before tapering off, while mountain snow lingers into the evening. Snow totals remain modest, but slick conditions may persist on mountain passes. Plan extra travel time and watch for changing road conditions, especially early and late in the day.
The weekend offers a break. Saturday turns partly sunny with highs near 49, and Sunday warms further into the low 50s. Nights stay cold enough for refreezing, creating patchy slick spots after sunset where moisture remains.
Looking ahead, unsettled weather returns early next week. Additional rain and mountain snow are possible, though temperatures remain above normal for early January. Winter isn’t done yet, even if the valleys feel quiet for now.
Heading into the mountains this weekend? Let us know what road conditions you’re seeing.
Five-Day Outlook: Grand Junction, CO
• New Year’s Day: Rain/snow mix, high near 43
• Friday: Chance of showers, high near 46
• Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 49
• Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 53
• Monday: Chance of showers, high near 52
