GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. — Residents across western Colorado should brace for a breezy, stormy Friday night as gusty winds up to 40 mph and scattered thunderstorms sweep through the region ahead of a sharp weekend cooldown.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, showers and thunderstorms will develop Friday afternoon across the higher terrain south of I-70 and expand through the evening. Winds from the southwest may reach 35–40 mph, making travel along open stretches of I-70 and U.S. 50 challenging, especially for high-profile vehicles.
Saturday brings a noticeable change, with widespread precipitation and temperatures dropping nearly 15 degrees. Higher elevations—including the Elk and San Juan Mountains—could see the first hints of early-season snow. Cooler, drier air settles in Sunday, setting up a clear and comfortable start to next week.
Travelers and outdoor enthusiasts should use caution Friday night, securing loose objects and avoiding exposed ridges or open fields during storms. No spotter activation is expected, but additional advisories may be issued if storms intensify.
Five-Day Forecast for Grand Junction, Colorado:
- Saturday: 30% chance of showers, high near 71°F. Breezy, gusts up to 35 mph.
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 70°F, calm winds.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 74°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny, warmer, high near 77°F.
- Wednesday: Clear skies, high near 78°F.
