Winter Strikes Final Blow Before Spring Tease
Denver residents are buckling up for one last winter punch as 3-7 inches of snow targets the metro area Thursday night into Friday morning – followed by an unprecedented temperature swing that could break February records.
Commute Chaos Expected
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory from 5 PM Thursday through Friday morning. Key impacts:
- Worst conditions: 3-7 PM Thursday with heavy snowfall rates
- Peak accumulation: 7″ west of I-25, 5″ downtown Denver
- Dangerous travel: Black ice likely as temps plunge to 20°F
“This storm will hit right during rush hour – we’re urging people to avoid non-essential travel after 3 PM Thursday,” said Denver7 meteorologist Stacey Donaldson.
From Snow Shovels to Short Sleeves
The mercury will climb dramatically once the storm passes:
| Date | High Temp | Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | 42°F | Sunny skies |
| Saturday | 56°F | Mostly clear |
| Sunday | 60°F | Partly cloudy |
| Monday | 65°F | Record warmth |
Safety First Through Transition
- Thursday PM: Install winter tires & check wiper fluid
- Friday AM: Allow extra commute time – schools may delay
- Weekend: Prepare for rapid snowmelt flooding risk
