Colorado – Light snow drifts across the Front Range this morning, softening rooftops and muting traffic noise as winter tightens its grip on the Denver metro. Pavement temperatures hover near freezing, setting the stage for slick travel as snowfall intensifies.
According to the National Weather Service in Denver/Boulder, snow develops across northeast and north-central Colorado today and continues into early Friday. Accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are possible in Denver and nearby suburbs, with higher totals favored along the I-25 corridor south toward Castle Rock and Palmer Divide. Snow may mix briefly with rain early, but colder air quickly flips precipitation to all snow.
Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate by late day and remain hazardous through the Friday morning commute. Bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads could ice quickly as temperatures fall into the 20s. Drivers should plan extra time and reduce speed, especially along I-25, I-70, and major surface routes.
By Friday afternoon, snow tapers off, but cold air lingers. High temperatures struggle to reach the low 30s, keeping slushy spots from fully melting. After all, this is the time of year when flash freezing follows daytime thawing, increasing crash risk after sunset.
The pattern shifts heading into the weekend. Skies clear, winds ease, and sunshine returns Saturday with highs climbing into the mid-40s. Sunday turns even milder, near 50 degrees, offering a brief break from Winter Weather before another cool stretch early next week.
Meteorologists note no spotter activation is planned, but additional advisories could be issued if snowfall bands persist longer than expected. Keep winter kits handy, charge devices, and check road conditions before heading out.
How are road conditions where you’re driving this morning?
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Denver, Colorado
- Today: Snow developing; high near 39
- Friday: Chance snow early, then clearing; high near 33
- Saturday: Mostly sunny; high near 44
- Sunday: Sunny and milder; high near 50
- Monday: Sunny; high near 52
