GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. – Thunderstorms could disrupt weekend plans across western Colorado as storm chances increase Saturday afternoon and linger into early next week. By Saturday evening, heavier showers are expected, with the most widespread rainfall likely Sunday night into Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, isolated thunderstorms may begin after 3 p.m. Saturday, but a stronger push of moisture will bring more widespread showers by Saturday night. Rain chances peak at 60% Sunday night, when scattered thunderstorms could develop across Mesa County.
Daytime highs will remain warm through the weekend, reaching the low 80s Saturday before dropping into the mid-70s by Monday under cloudy skies. Winds will stay light, though brief gusts are possible near thunderstorms. Drivers should prepare for wet roads late Saturday through Monday, with reduced visibility during heavier downpours.
Residents are encouraged to secure outdoor plans earlier in the day Saturday, charge electronics ahead of possible storm-related outages, and use caution on highways including I-70, where wet pavement could slow travel.
The storm threat tapers off Monday night, with drier, sunnier weather returning by midweek.
Five Day Forecast for Grand Junction, CO
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 82.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny early, 20% chance of storms after 3 p.m., high near 83.
- Sunday: Showers and storms likely, high near 76.
- Monday: Slight chance of storms, mostly sunny, high near 78.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 79.
