Grand Junction, CO – A cold front is set to drop into northern Colorado today, bringing a significant cool-down to Grand Junction and surrounding areas. Temperatures could fall up to 15 degrees cooler than yesterday, with valleys north of I-70 potentially seeing sub-zero conditions overnight. Residents should take immediate precautions, especially in exposed areas where freezing temperatures could impact plants and outdoor water systems.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the cold front will intensify tonight, bringing freezing conditions across valleys in northern regions. While today’s high will reach around 69°F, the nighttime low will plummet to 41°F, with even colder temperatures in higher altitudes and valleys. The NWS warns that these freezing conditions could pose risks to unprotected pipes and crops, urging residents to cover plants and insulate water pipes.
A warming trend is expected to start Friday, with sunny skies and temperatures reaching the low 70s through the weekend. Saturday’s high is forecasted at 74°F, and by Sunday, temperatures may peak at 75°F under mostly sunny skies. However, another chance of precipitation looms early next week, with potential showers arriving by Monday afternoon.