September 22nd 2024.
On Sunday, the National Weather Service forecasters predicted that the Colorado mountains would experience light snowfall while rain would move through the Front Range. Drivers on Interstate 70 and U.S. 40 were advised to prepare for winter weather conditions as there could be up to 2 inches of snow in certain areas, such as near Pikes Peak and the western Mosquito Range in Lake County. The eastern Sawatch Mountains were also expected to receive some snow.
Although there were scattered showers in the morning, they were expected to dissipate by the afternoon. However, cooler weather was expected to remain until Monday, when temperatures would rise back up to the 70s. Despite the forecasted snow, the actual snowfall overnight on Saturday was less than expected. Vail Pass only received a dusting, while other areas such as Arapahoe Basin, Eisenhower Tunnel, Berthoud Pass, Hoosier Pass, and the mountains of Boulder County received up to 3 inches of snow, according to the NWS.
The NWS also shared a map showing the precipitation probabilities for various towns and cities, with additional rainfall expected in some areas. Meanwhile, the NWS Boulder shared a stunning photo of the first high elevation snowfall in Rocky Mountain National Park from the Alpine Visitor Center. They also expressed excitement for the clearing skies in the afternoon, which would offer a better view of the snow-capped peaks.
In other weather news, Colorado has been experiencing a range of weather conditions, from thunderstorms to strong winds. The first substantial snowfall of the season in the mountains was a noteworthy event, while the metro area has been experiencing rain and cooler temperatures. Additionally, hazy skies have been reported in Colorado due to smoke from wildfires in California. Stay tuned for more updates on the ever-changing weather in Colorado.
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