Grand Junction, CO – Spring may officially begin this Thursday, but winter is not done with western Colorado just yet. A mix of rain and snow is expected to hit Grand Junction on Tuesday, bringing gusty winds and even a chance of thunder before conditions clear later in the week.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday’s high will be near 46°F, with snow showers likely in the morning, possibly mixing with rain. A southwest wind at 15 to 20 mph will shift northwest by the afternoon, with gusts up to 30 mph. The chance of precipitation is 70%, but little to no accumulation is expected in the city.
Tuesday night will be colder, dropping to 28°F with a 30% chance of snow showers before midnight. Winds will continue to gust up to 30 mph from the northwest.
By Wednesday, the system will clear, bringing mostly sunny skies and a high of 50°F. The weather will remain dry through the weekend, with highs reaching 60°F by Saturday.
Drivers should be cautious on area roads, especially in higher elevations where snowfall could be more significant. Stay updated with the latest forecasts as conditions evolve.
