Denver weather Monday brings one last mild day before a significant winter storm arrives late tonight, with high temperatures near 73°F and a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 3 PM.
This morning started pleasantly with partly cloudy skies and a low around 50°F. But don’t get too comfortable—the National Weather Service is warning of a major snow event that will reshape the week ahead. If you’re heading to Coors Field for the Colorado Rockies vs. New York Mets game today, grab a Colorado Rockies jersey and Colorado Rockies fitted cap, bring a light jacket, and be prepared for scattered afternoon showers. Conditions should clear enough for the first pitch, though you might see a few sprinkles.
The real story unfolds tonight and Tuesday. Rain will transition to heavy, wet snow late Monday night into Tuesday morning, with the heaviest snow expected Tuesday afternoon. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the Denver metro and I-25 corridor from late Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon. While snowfall amounts for lower elevations like downtown Denver and the plains aren’t expected to hit the official 8-inch Winter Storm criteria, several inches of heavy, wet snow are still likely—especially on colder surfaces and elevated areas closer to the foothills. This wet snow poses a serious risk of tree limb damage across the region, particularly in neighborhoods like Cherry Creek, Highlands, and Washington Park where trees have already leafed out early this spring.
Tuesday’s high will struggle to reach 44°F, with a 91% chance of precipitation. The snow will be heaviest between 8 AM and noon, then taper to a chance of thunderstorms and rain in the afternoon. Wednesday morning’s commute could be locally slick, so plan extra travel time if you’re heading to work.
If you have outdoor plans this week, Monday is your last good day. Skip the cordless lawn mower for now—wait until Wednesday or Thursday when conditions improve. For those heading to the Avalanche vs. Minnesota Wild playoff game on Tuesday at Ball Arena, you’ll be indoors, but getting there may be tricky. Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub early, and allow extra time for the drive.
For dinner tonight, consider a hearty pasta or stir-fry that’s easy to prepare before the storm arrives. You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered, including Amazon Fresh groceries, so you’re stocked for the next few days when travel becomes difficult.
With pollen counts likely elevated before the rain arrives, consider grabbing allergy relief nasal spray or Zyrtec 24 hour allergy 90 count to manage seasonal allergies before the snow shuts everything down.
By Thursday, we’ll return to a warmer pattern with improving conditions. This wild swing—from 73°F on Monday to snow on Tuesday, then warming again by week’s end—is classic Denver. Stay weather-aware and plan accordingly.
