Arctic Blast Set to Bring Frigid Temperatures and Snow to Denver This Weekend
As January rolls on and the National Western Stock Show arrives in Denver, Colorado’s signature winter weather is making its return. This year, an Arctic blast is expected to bring dangerously cold temperatures and snow to the region.
The cold front is set to arrive Friday evening, ushering in a wave of frigid air and a shift in winds. Starting Saturday, temperatures in Denver will plummet to single digits, and possibly low teens, with overnight lows expected to dip below zero. Wind chills could make it feel as cold as -10 to -20 degrees at times, creating dangerous conditions.
Overnight, much of the Front Range will experience temperatures at or below zero, contributing to life-threatening wind chills. Along with the cold, there’s a chance of upslope snow. Winds will shift late Friday night, bringing dry, fluffy snow that will begin Friday and last into Saturday.
Forecasting snow totals this far in advance can be tricky, but models are predicting anywhere from 2 to 6 inches across the Front Range. As we get closer to the event, the forecast will be refined to provide more specific details for your area.
Key takeaways:
- Extremely cold temperatures for the weekend
- Snow expected Friday night into Saturday
- Another round of cold air expected Sunday
Remember, while the exact details may still shift, the overall forecast remains the same—brace for a chilly weekend ahead.
