Colorado – A pale, cool glow fills the Grand Valley this morning as light clouds drift over the Book Cliffs and leave the air still and crisp. Pavement holds the chill from the night, and the sky’s muted tone signals deepening moisture that may influence early Thanksgiving travel plans across western Colorado.
According to the National Weather Service Grand Junction office, clouds increase today with milder conditions continuing through the afternoon. Winds stay light, making this an ideal window for weekend errands or early holiday prep. However, travelers using I-70 should stay aware of timing as shower chances expand from Sunday into early next week, especially in the higher terrain east of Glenwood Canyon.
According to meteorologists, Sunday’s rain chance climbs after late morning. Heavier showers may develop over the Grand Mesa and spread toward the city by midafternoon. While impacts remain limited, a few brief downpours could create slick patches on rural roads. To be fair, no thunderstorms are expected, but cloud growth marks a shift toward a wetter pattern.
According to early model guidance, Monday turns cooler and mostly cloudy as the system repositions. Only a slight rain chance hangs on, but the air continues to moisten. The more organized wave forms Tuesday, bringing a stronger chance of showers that may slow traffic across Mesa County. Higher peaks could even see a very light Winter Tease, though no accumulation is expected near the valley floor.
As the week progresses, rain lingers into Wednesday before drier, breezier conditions return by Thursday or Friday. After all, November often fuels these back-to-back disturbances as Thanksgiving approaches and travel intensifies across the West.
Five-Day Weather for Grand Junction, CO:
Sat: 67/41 – Increasing clouds; mild.
Sun: 84/40 – Chance showers; cooler late.
Mon: 52/35 – Mostly cloudy; slight shower chance.
Tue: 54/36 – Chance showers; cooler breezes.
Wed: 49/33 – Showers possible; gradual clearing
