GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado – Cold air has settled across the Western Slope this morning, with a calm, crisp stillness before light snow begins brushing the high country. Drivers heading east on I-70 toward Vail Pass or Rabbit Ears Pass should prepare for slippery stretches and reduced visibility as the season’s first notable mountain snow event develops.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, one to four inches of snow is expected above 9,000 feet today, mainly over the Elk and Gore ranges. The lower valleys, including Grand Junction and Delta, will stay dry but cool, with highs near 60 and clear skies continuing through the weekend. While no major winter storm is anticipated, the early accumulation will mark another step in Colorado’s slow transition toward its winter pattern.
Saturday will bring sunny skies and light winds, perfect for outdoor chores or short hikes before the next front brushes through early next week. The air remains chilly at night, with lows near freezing in the valleys — cold enough to see light frost in sheltered areas.
By Sunday, mountain conditions improve, offering clearer travel for those returning from weekend trips. However, temperatures will stay seasonably cool through Veterans Day as a broad trough over the Rockies keeps the region under dry but brisk air.
Motorists and hunters heading into the high country should carry emergency gear, watch for slick passes, and dress warmly. The season’s rhythm is shifting — snow dusting the peaks, bluebird skies in the valleys, and the unmistakable scent of late fall in the air across western Colorado.
Five-Day Forecast for Grand Junction, CO:
Fri: 61/35 – Mostly sunny; snow in nearby mountains.
Sat: 60/32 – Sunny, light east breeze; cool start.
Sun: 59/34 – Bright skies; crisp air.
Mon: 62/35 – Mostly sunny; warming trend begins.
Tue (Veterans Day): 62/37 – Mostly cloudy; mild afternoon.
