Colorado, we’re almost there! If you’ve been bundling up and rushing from your car to your front door to avoid the cold, you’re not alone. Temperatures have been brutally low, and this week has been all about icy roads, frozen windshields, and layering up just to grab the mail. But here’s the good news: warmer days are just around the corner!
Yes, we still have to endure a couple more frigid nights, but starting Friday, temperatures will start climbing, and by the weekend, it’ll feel downright mild. If you’ve been dreaming of a sunny hike, a long walk, or even just stepping outside without your face freezing off—your time is coming.
How Cold Will It Stay?
Before we get to the good stuff, let’s talk about the next 48 hours because, unfortunately, winter isn’t letting go just yet.
Denver:
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high of 22°F (-5°C), low of 6°F (-15°C).
- Thursday: Still cold, high of 27°F (-3°C), low of 18°F (-8°C).
Colorado Springs:
- Wednesday: Cloudy and freezing, high of 24°F (-4°C), low of 9°F (-13°C).
- Thursday: Cold but slightly better, high of 28°F (-2°C), low of 16°F (-9°C).
Fort Collins:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny but bitterly cold, high of 20°F (-7°C), low of -2°F (-19°C).
- Thursday: A little warmer but still below freezing, high of 26°F (-3°C), low of 14°F (-10°C).
Aurora:
- Wednesday: Absolutely freezing, high of 22°F (-5°C), low of -9°F (-23°C).
- Thursday: Cold but improving, high of 27°F (-3°C), low of 17°F (-8°C).
Bottom line? It’s still going to be freezing for another day or two, so don’t ditch the winter coat just yet.
The Warm-Up We’ve Been Waiting For!
Here’s when we can finally start defrosting:
- Friday: Sunshine returns! High of 39°F (4°C).
- Saturday: Feeling much better—high of 50°F (10°C).
- Sunday: The best day yet! Highs will soar to 59°F (15°C), making it the perfect day to finally enjoy the outdoors.
- Monday: It gets even warmer! High of 67°F (20°C), the warmest we’ve seen in weeks.
- Tuesday: A small cool-down but still nice, high of 63°F (17°C).
That’s a 40-degree jump in just a few days!
What This Means for You
Watch for Icy Roads in the Mornings
- With melting snow in the afternoons, black ice will be a problem overnight.
- Bridges and overpasses will be extra slick in the mornings.
Outdoor Lovers, This is Your Weekend!
- If you’ve been avoiding the outdoors because of the bitter cold, Sunday and Monday are your days to shine!
- Perfect conditions for hiking, biking, or just getting some fresh air without freezing.
Check Your Pipes and Gutters
- As temperatures rise, frozen pipes may start to thaw—check for leaks!
- Melting snow could cause minor flooding in some areas, so clear out drains and gutters.
Your Pets Will Thank You
- No more rushed walks in the freezing cold! Dogs and their humans will finally be able to enjoy some outside time without freezing paws and noses.
How Long Will the Warm Weather Stick Around?
Looking Ahead:
- This warm stretch should last into early next week.
- A slight cooldown could arrive later in the week, but nothing extreme.
Is Winter Over?
- Not quite! Colorado’s weather is unpredictable, and we know March can still bring snowstorms.
- But this warm-up is a great reminder that spring is just around the corner!
The Takeaway: What You Need to Know
Frigid temps stick around through Thursday, so bundle up.
A big warm-up starts Friday, with highs hitting the 50s and even 60s by early next week.
Watch for black ice in the mornings as snow starts melting.
Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts—Colorado’s weather loves to keep us on our toes!
