Grand Junction, CO – Under a crystal-clear desert sky, Grand Junction wakes to a crisp 34°F morning — calm for now, but the pattern will shift quickly by week’s end. Western Colorado will bask in mild, sunny Veterans Day weather before clouds build and colder air sweeps in, setting up a chance for the first rain-snow mix of November by Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, Veterans Day will stay sunny with highs near 64°F and light winds — perfect for local ceremonies and outdoor plans. The pattern remains stable through midweek, with partly sunny skies Wednesday and a touch of late-fall warmth peaking near 68°F on Thursday.
But by Thursday night, an approaching cold front will tighten the pressure gradient, bringing gusty winds and the first chance for rain. By Friday, showers become likely across the Grand Valley, possibly changing to a mix of rain and snow as temperatures dip into the mid-30s. Models suggest the highest snow risk east of town and along higher passes, including Vail and McClure, where early travelers could face slick conditions.
Looking ahead, temperatures stay cooler through the weekend, with highs struggling to reach the upper 40s. The system marks an early “winter tease” for the Western Slope — a clear reminder that Colorado’s snow season is inching closer as Thanksgiving approaches.
