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Colorado Mountains Forecast to Get More Than a Foot of Snow by Early Saturday

Denver remains snow-free with unusually mild temperatures.

Overview

  • Snow is expected to begin Thursday afternoon in the high country and continue through Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
  • The weather service extended its outlook through 5 a.m. Saturday, increasing projected totals at several high-elevation locations.
  • Forecast examples include up to 16 inches on Mount Zirkel, up to 11 inches on Rabbit Ears Pass, and up to 8 inches on Muddy Pass.
  • A hazardous weather outlook warns of slick travel on mountain routes, including I-70 and other high passes.
  • No snow is forecast for Denver or the Eastern Plains, with metro highs in the low 60s through the weekend versus a typical 44 degrees.