First Snow of the Season Blankets Colorado's High Country

Early September snowfall marks a shift from summer to fall, affecting several ski areas and high peaks.

Snow reported from Rocky Mountain National Park to Pikes Peak and Summit County.
Arapahoe Basin among the first ski areas to see snow, with opening dates still to be determined.
Snow fell at elevations above 11,000 feet, but it is expected to melt quickly as temperatures rise.
National Weather Service confirms snowfall on multiple high peaks, including James Peak Wilderness.
Warmer weather expected over the weekend, with temperatures reaching up to 90 degrees.