Denver's winter wardrobe is set for a workout, as the National Weather Service in Denver forecasts a blend of sunshine, snow, and seasonal chills for the week ahead. The city kicked off the morning under a blanket of overcast skies, a chilly 28°F, which felt more biting at 21°F accounting for the windshield, complete with a high humidity mark of 90%. According to the National Weather Service, there are promises of clearer skies today with temperatures inching near a mild 48°F.
Tonight, Denverites might see a 30 percent chance of snowflakes gracing their city post 5 am but with little to no accumulation. Temperatures plan to hover at around 27°F. The week unfolds with a dribble and dabble of precipitation, from snow to rain, before Thanksgiving. Tuesday's high near 53°F will see the day start with possible snow showers before transitioning into rain. Locals can expect insignificant snow accumulation, easing immediate concerns for snow-clad streets.
However, the outlook from Wednesday points to a shift. Hazards rear their head with a forecasted 60% chance of rain turning to snow, as a high of a cooler 37°F takes hold. The National Weather Service anticipates significant snowfall for higher elevations beginning Tuesday and warns of likely travel disruptions with the potential for road closures across mountain routes. For post-snowfall precautions, any wet roads Wednesday afternoon across the urban corridor and plains will freeze overnight, leading to slick roads Thanksgiving morning, retreats into the frosty embrace of below-freezing temperatures.
Thanksgiving is slated to be a sunny affair, with a high near 39°F. But don't let the sunshine fool you, as nightfall brings plummeting temperatures around 15°F, clear skies notwithstanding. For city dwellers and visitors planning their holiday commutes, staying abreast of the latest weather developments is advised, as conditions can change quicker than Colorado's notorious weather moods. Colder temperatures will prevail from Thanksgiving onwards, with very cold nights in the high mountain valleys, cautions the NWS forecast. As for the spotters, their services won't be required today or tonight, so they, too, can indulge in a bit of pre-holiday respite.
