If you love unpredictable weather, Colorado has you covered this weekend. Pueblo and Grand Junction are in for a little bit of everything—rain, snow, and a major warm-up into the 70s°F! And as if that wasn’t enough, Daylight Saving Time kicks in on Sunday, stealing an hour of sleep but giving us longer evenings.
Let’s break it all down so you know what to expect and how to plan your weekend!
Saturday: Winter’s Not Done Yet!
Saturday will remind us that Colorado’s winter isn’t going away without a fight. Rain and snow showers will make for a cold, damp start to the weekend, especially in Pueblo.
Saturday’s Forecast
Pueblo:
- Morning: Cold and drizzly, with rain mixing with snow as temperatures hover around 35°F (1-2°C).
- Afternoon: Light snow possible, with up to an inch of accumulation, mostly on grassy areas. Highs won’t get much warmer than 40°F (5°C).
- Evening: Skies clear up, but temperatures drop below freezing, which could mean icy spots on roads.
Grand Junction:
- Morning: Cold and wet, with temperatures around 38°F (3°C). Rain is likely, with a chance of snow at higher elevations.
- Afternoon: The rain moves out, but clouds stick around. Highs will reach about 45°F (7°C).
- Evening: Temps drop into the 20s°F (-2 to -3°C), so bundle up if you’re heading out!
How to Handle Saturday’s Weather:
Drive carefully—wet roads could turn icy overnight.
Layer up—cold temps, rain, and snow will make it a damp, chilly day.
If you’re traveling to the mountains, check road conditions—snow could make things tricky.
Sunday: Hello, Spring!
Just when you think winter is here to stay, Sunday comes in swinging with sunshine and temperatures soaring into the 70s°F!
Sunday’s Forecast
Pueblo:
- Morning: A crisp start in the upper 30s°F (3-4°C), but warming up quickly.
- Afternoon: 70°F (21°C) and sunny! You might actually want to break out the short sleeves.
- Evening: A pleasant night, with temps cooling into the 40s°F (4-9°C).
Grand Junction:
- Morning: Mid-30s°F (1-2°C) and clear skies.
- Afternoon: Highs jump to 68°F (20°C), with plenty of sunshine.
- Evening: Cooling off into the 40s°F (4-9°C), making for a comfortable night.
How to Make the Most of Sunday’s Warm Weather:
Get outside! It’ll feel like a perfect spring day—hiking, biking, or a picnic sound great.
Let some fresh air in. Open the windows and air out the house after a long winter!
Soak it up while you can. It’s Colorado, so we know the warmth won’t last forever.
Daylight Saving Time: Time to “Spring Forward”
At 2:00 AM on Sunday, March 10, we lose an hour of sleep (boo!) but gain extra evening daylight (yay!).
What This Means:
- One less hour of sleep. (Time to set an extra alarm.)
- Sunset after 7:00 PM! Finally, brighter evenings are here.
- Check your clocks. Your phone updates automatically, but your oven, microwave, and car clock probably won’t.
How to Adjust to the Time Change:
Go to bed 30 minutes earlier on Saturday. It’ll make Monday morning a little easier.
Plan for extra coffee Sunday morning. The lost hour always hits harder than expected.
Use this time to change smoke detector batteries. A simple habit that could save lives!
What’s Coming Next? Will the Warmth Stick Around?
Enjoy the warm weather while it lasts, because temperatures will drop slightly next week, and rain might return by midweek.
Midweek Outlook:
- Monday-Tuesday: Still mild, but not as warm as Sunday.
- Midweek: A chance of rain or even a rain/snow mix in higher elevations.
- No major snowstorms on the horizon… for now!
