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Feb 15, 2024 · The snow in Colorado’s mountain communities will stick around through Thursday with a few rain showers possible along the eastern plains before Denver’s weather is impacted later on Friday. “Only 38 degrees tomorrow in Denver with a chance for snow late in the day,” said Denver7 Meteorologist Stacey Donaldson. Denver7.
- Jeff Anastasio
- Digital Journalist-Denver7 Team
- Jeff.Anastasio@denver7.com
1 day ago · The rain and mountain snow will begin increasing Friday afternoon, then rain and snow become likely Friday night through Saturday. Travel through the mountains will be dangerous at times with wind ...
Dec 6, 2023 · The heaviest snow in the Denver area looks likely on Friday evening, with a quick 1 to 2 inches of snow possible after 5 p.m. That could lead to impacts for the Friday evening commute,...
- Alexander Kirk
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- We Typically Can t Predict Precise Snow Totals Beyond A Couple of Days
- The First Snowfall Forecast You Hear A Few Days Out Will Probably Change
- Snow Can Be Highly Variable Over Short Distances
- Timing, Temperatures and Winds Also Matter
- Pay Attention to Light Snow, Too
You might be frustrated when meteorologists say "this snow forecast is highly uncertain" or "it's too soon to tell how much snow will fall." We understand that frustration. But meteorologists aren't holding back information. Snow forecasts are usually challenging, even for the most experienced meteorologists. The system responsible for the potentia...
Don't assume the first snowfall forecast you heard several days ago is gospel. Check your forecast frequently leading up to the storm for important changes. Forecasts are updated many times a day and often evolve, with computer forecast models typically drawing closer to each other as the event nears. In general, snow falls to the north and northwe...
Pay attention to areas around your location on a snowfall forecast map. If totals are much higher or lower, there's boom or bust potential in your snowfall forecast. Larger areas of snow often have embedded, smaller bands of much heavier snow. These bands may only be 5 to 10 miles wide and can produce snowfall rates of over 1 inch per hour, sometim...
It's not all about amounts. There are other key items to keep in mind with any snow forecast. Timing can be as important as snowfall totals. When will the snow start and end? Will it fall during rush hour on a weekday or on a weekend? That could mean the difference between a nightmare commute and a relaxing Saturday morning at home, hot chocolate i...
It's human nature to focus on the snow forecasts with high amounts, or just the highest total in, say, a "3 to 6-inch" forecast. But don't underestimate the hazard from light snow. According to a study released in 2019, 54% of deadly snow-related traffic accidents in the U.S. occurred where snowfall was too light or didn't last long enough to trigg...
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Feb 15, 2024 · Early fog should briefly turn to partly cloudy skies before snow showers arrive in the early evening hours on Friday. FOX31 Weather: View the latest Denver forecasts, maps and radar....
Mar 5, 2024 · Scattered snow showers will continue in the mountains tonight with winter weather and travel advisories in effect Thursday and Friday for heavy snow and wind
Mar 7, 2024 · Snow will continue overnight across the mountains and along the Front Range. Snow in extreme northeast Colorado will end later Thursday night. Temperatures will be cold and below freezing...
