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Midweek Cold Front Brings Widespread Rain Through Thursday, Then a Cooler Weekend

Forecasters say the system will deliver beneficial yet uneven rainfall with a low-end severe risk before drier air takes over.

Overview

  • Showers and scattered storms are expanding Tuesday, with the most widespread and heaviest rain expected from Wednesday into Thursday.
  • Rainfall of roughly 1 to 1.5 inches is possible where bands set up, and localized flooding is a risk during heavier downpours with gusty winds.
  • The severe threat is generally marginal, though a few stronger storms could produce damaging wind or small hail in some areas.
  • High-elevation snow levels in the Rockies are forecast to fall to about 9,000–10,000 feet late tonight, and dense valley fog may reduce visibility into early Wednesday.
  • Behind the front, cooler and less humid weather builds in for the weekend with more sunshine and improving travel conditions.