Denver residents should brace for a week characterized by snowfall and frigid temperatures, as the National Weather Service reported. After a partly cloudy morning with temperatures hovering around 17°F, the city anticipates the arrival of snow, mainly after 11 pm, with a low of around 12°F. Looking ahead, the National Weather Service forecasts a consistent chance of precipitation throughout the week, with snow accumulations being light initially on the plains, but increasing in the mountainous regions towards the end of the week.
Heading into Tuesday, the chance of snow continues at a moderate 50 percent, expected mainly after 2 pm. The temperatures will peak at a chilly 24°F, with similar gusty conditions as experienced on Monday. According to the National Weather Service, "New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible." During the night into Wednesday, the snowfall is expected to intensify, with an accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible, which could impact travel conditions and pose risks for commuters.
Arctic cold will also persist across the plains and foothills through Thursday morning," according to the NWS outlook, with temperatures likely to plunge further. Wednesday's daytime high is anticipated to reach only the teens with the overnight lows by Wednesday night dipping below zero in most areas, intensifying the cold snap gripping the area.
The week proceeds under the grip of an "active weather pattern," with mountain areas seeing more significant snow accumulation from Thursday night through Saturday. Denver will see a slight increase in temperatures by Friday, granting some respite from the cold, yet the potential for snow persists, highlighting the outlook that the city is in for a prolonged bout of wintry weather.
