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A winter storm will bring snow — deteriorating road conditions potentially impacting the Tuesday commute — to northeastern Colorado including the metro area, according to the National Weather Service.
A widespread winter storm warning starts at 5 p.m. Tuesday with heavy snow expected overnight, the weather service said. In Denver, there’s a 100% chance of overnight snow, with accumulation of about a foot of snow in the city by about noon on Wednesday.
“Snow-covered roads will make travel very difficult due to heavy snowfall on roadways,” the weather service said in the storm warning. “The hazardous conditions may impact the tail end of the Tuesday evening commute and will greatly impact the Wednesday morning commute.”
Forecast confidence continues to increase with the upcoming storm system with 8 to 12 inches across northeast Colorado, #cowx pic.twitter.com/WEA9JxjP0e
— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) January 17, 2023
Parts of east central, north central, and northeast Colorado, including the metro area, will see heavy snow overnight, with accumulations between 6 and 12 inches, the weather service said. The winter storm warning lasts until 5 p.m. Wednesday. Local totals include 12 to 15 inches east of Interstate 25 and on the northeastern plains, where winds will gust to 35 mph, creating reduced visibility with blowing and drifting snow conditions.
Motorists and travelers should expect storm conditions into late afternoon Wednesday, when the storm is expected to taper off from west to east. The weather service and Colorado officials, including the Colorado State Patrol, urge the public to stay home and be safe, during the storm.
“Troopers ask that you do everything you can to stay home and off the roads,” the CSP said in a news release. “However, if you must drive, be cognizant of the changing conditions and take a slow, cautious approach.”
And now for the NWS’s beloved I-70 Mountain Corridor graphic.
Rule #1 – Adequate tires/Chains or AutoSocks (Cables ok for cars & pickups)
Rule #2 – Top off your tank or battery
Rule #3 – Bow to the Plow
Rule #4 – https://t.co/yaNFCYgJ2GLearn more athttps://t.co/13BM5aFQTt pic.twitter.com/EQGIUrhicZ
— CSP Golden (@csp_golden) January 17, 2023
The weather service said, “Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination.”
Drivers should make sure that their vehicle is “winterized” and in good working order, including adequate tires, good wiper blades, a functioning heater and a stout battery. People who go out in vehicles should take along a winter survival kit including extra clothing, snow boots and blankets, as well as food and water in case of an emergency. A portable charger for a phone is suggested. Anyone who gets stranded should call 911.
Tuesday evening in Denver, the chance of snow is 60%, mainly after 5 p.m., and 1 inch of accumulation is expected, the weather service said. Overnight in the city, the chance of snow is 100% and it’s expected to snow heavily at times, with between 5 to 9 inches in accumulation. The low temperature will be about 25 degrees and winds will gust to 22 mph. There will be areas of patchy fog.
Snow is expected to taper off in Denver at about 11 a.m. and areas of “freezing fog” are expected between 9 and 10 a.m. The high temperature will top out near 32 degrees. An additional accumulation of 1 to 3 inches is expected Wednesday morning. Overnight Wednesday in Denver, skies will be cloudy and the low temperature will be around 12 degrees.
Skies over Denver will be sunny on Thursday, according to the forecast, with a high temperature of 37 degrees, before the forecast calls for a 30% chance of snow Friday afternoon. The high temperature on Friday will be near 31 degrees.
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