Colorado – A cold, quiet morning blankets the Grand Valley, but change is already moving in from the west. Thin clouds slide over clear skies, and pavement that looks dry now could turn slick as temperatures dip and precipitation arrives.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, a disturbance approaching late Friday brings a chance for rain and snow showers, with the best potential Friday night into Saturday. While accumulations appear light, timing and temperatures raise concerns for slick travel and flash freezing during colder hours.
Grand Junction begins the day near 25 degrees, warming into the upper 40s this afternoon under mostly sunny skies. Conditions deteriorate Friday as clouds thicken and precipitation develops. Rain and snow showers are possible before midday, then become more widespread Friday night. With lows falling into the upper 20s, any moisture on roads may freeze quickly.
Snow showers continue into Saturday morning, especially before noon. Highs reach near 39 degrees, limiting accumulation during the day. Still, shaded roads, bridges, and elevated surfaces may remain icy. Travelers along I-70 through the Grand Valley and nearby mountain corridors should plan extra time and watch for sudden slick spots.
Saturday night turns sharply colder and clear, with lows near 10 degrees. Any melted snow refreezes, creating additional hazards by early Sunday. Sunshine returns Sunday, but highs remain in the mid-30s, keeping winter firmly in place.
Early next week trends quieter and slightly milder. Monday climbs near 38 degrees with sunshine, followed by low 40s by Tuesday. Longer-range outlooks suggest near-normal precipitation and a gradual warming trend across western Colorado, though winter systems remain possible.
Drivers should slow down during snow bursts and be alert for icy patches after sunset. Keep winter gear handy if traveling through higher elevations. Seeing snowflakes where you are yet? Let us know what conditions look like across the valley.
Five-Day Outlook for Grand Junction, Colorado
Today: Mostly sunny, high near 49.
Friday: Chance rain and snow, high near 43.
Saturday: Snow showers possible, high near 39.
Sunday: Sunny, high near 35.
Monday: Sunny, high near 38.
