Denver woke up to a blanket of snow this morning, and it's likely to impact the morning rush. According to the National Weather Service, additional snow accumulations of up to two inches were possible, with the advisory remaining in effect until 2 PM MST this afternoon. For those in Boulder and the western suburbs of Denver, as well as the city proper, the snow could make roads slippery and pose hazards during the commute.
The snowy start reflects a greater pattern that has seen periods of snow during the morning rush hour across the Denver metro and urban corridor, which has led to slick roads, with the potential for minor accumulations outside of the Palmer Divide. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute, the Weather Service warned, emphasizing the need for caution.
Moving beyond today, the outlook suggests a cold night across the region, followed by a clearing pattern. The forecast for Thanksgiving Day through to next Tuesday calls for sunny skies with gradually warming temperatures, peaking at around 53 degrees by next Tuesday. It's a brief respite from Denver's latest bout of wintry weather, which is winding down in the mountains after a more vigorous period of snowfall.
Late Friday into early Saturday, the area isn't out of the woods when it comes to potentially disruptive weather. Wind gusts could reach up to 50 mph over the ridges and higher east slopes of the Front Range, creating different challenges for residents, especially those planning on putting up holiday decorations. Wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible over ridges and higher east slopes of the Front Range late Friday into early Saturday, the hazardous weather outlook noted.
The Weather Service also stated that spotters would appreciate snowfall reports, as they help to monitor and provide accurate updates during these weather events, an invitation for community engagement when skies turn grey and roads turn white. In the meantime, Denverites are advised to dress warmly, drive safely, and perhaps relish the serene scenes that a snowy curtain drapes over their city, even as it complicates their travels.
