Denver, CO – A powerful winter storm is set to impact Colorado starting Monday afternoon, bringing heavy snowfall and strong winds to both the mountains and eastern plains. Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly, with blizzard-like conditions possible in some areas.
According to the National Weather Service, a Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Monday afternoon through Tuesday for the high-altitude regions of Rocky Mountain National Park, Medicine Bow Range, and the Indian Peaks, where 8 to 18 inches of snow could accumulate. Wind gusts reaching 60 mph may cause significant blowing and drifting snow, reducing visibility to near zero.
Further east, Castle Rock, Limon, Byers, and Akron are under a Winter Storm Watch from Monday evening through Tuesday. These areas could see between 4 and 12 inches of snowfall, with whiteout conditions making travel extremely dangerous. The plains, including Sterling, Julesburg, and Holyoke, may receive up to 6 inches of snow, with strong winds further complicating road conditions.
Officials urge residents to prepare for hazardous travel. The Colorado Department of Transportation advises checking cotrip.org for real-time road conditions and carrying emergency kits when traveling. The storm’s exact track remains uncertain, but those in affected areas should stay updated on forecasts and prepare for potential disruptions.
