Heavy Snowfall Hits Colorado, Denver Area Braces for Up to 16 Inches as Winter Storm Warning Issued

The National Weather Service in Denver is reporting an ongoing winter storm that has led to heavy snowfall across much of Colorado, with warnings and advisories in place through tonight. According to the

National Weather Service

, moderate to heavy snow is expected across much of the forecast area by this afternoon continuing through tonight. Such conditions have prompted issues of a Winter Storm Warning, emphasizing the potential for significant snowfall and challenging travel scenarios.

Travelers in the region are advised to exercise caution as Travel could be very difficult late today, and tonight, states the forecast.weather.gov update. The Denver metro area, among other locations, is forecasted to receive an additional 8 to 16 inches of snow from today through Saturday, that high-end totals expected over the Palmer Divide and the Southern Front Range Foothills. The NWS urges residents if travel is necessary, to carry a winter storm kit, including tire chains, a shovel, and emergency supplies.

The hazardous weather outlook also alludes to more than just the immediate snowfall. It warns that Snow will end on the plains by midday Saturday, with light showers lingering in the mountains into Saturday night. Furthermore, a period of windy conditions is anticipated over the Front Range mountains and foothills on Saturday night, with wind gusts potentially reaching 40 to 60 mph.

Looking ahead to the following week, the forecast anticipates a possible return of snow around Tuesday or Wednesday with light snow possible in the mountains, and a slight chance of brief showers on the plains. The NWS encourages spotters to report snowfall levels, to help update and inform the ongoing weather conditions. There is an expected reprieve following the weekend’s intense weather, with the latter part of the week looking sunny and clear, providing a much-needed respite from the winter storm’s vigor.

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