Colorado – Headlights cut through crisp air this morning as dry pavement and mild temperatures offer a brief pause before winter makes a louder entrance. Across the Front Range, conditions feel calm now, but changes line up quickly for weekend travel and the final days of December.
According to the National Weather Service in Denver/Boulder, highs reach the mid-60s today and near 60 Saturday before colder air arrives. Snow develops in the mountains late Saturday and spreads toward lower elevations Saturday night into Sunday. Snow chances reach about 70 percent around Denver, with temperatures hovering near freezing.
For metro Denver, Boulder, and Aurora, roads remain dry through Saturday afternoon. By Sunday morning, light snow may coat bridges and untreated roads. Even a small accumulation can trigger slick spots, especially on I-25, I-70, and U.S. 36. Plan extra time if traveling Sunday and watch shaded areas where melting refreezes.
Mountain travel faces greater impacts. Snow builds along I-70 through the Eisenhower Tunnel and over Berthoud Pass. Gusty winds may reduce visibility at times. CDOT urges drivers to check conditions before heading west and carry winter gear.
Sunday night turns colder as skies begin clearing. Lows dip into the teens, raising flash-freeze concerns where snow melts during the day. Side streets and parking lots could turn icy quickly after sunset.
Looking ahead, early next week stays dry with sunshine returning. Attention then shifts to New Year’s Eve on Wednesday as meteorologists monitor subtle pattern changes. No major storm is locked in yet, but winter travel conditions remain possible as 2026 begins.
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Five Day Outlook for Denver, Colorado
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 60
Sunday: Snow likely, high near 31
Monday: Sunny, high near 42
Tuesday: Sunny, high near 50
Wednesday: Partly cloudy, high near 55
