Denver weather today is turning messy—rain showers likely overnight, then a significant late-season snow event Tuesday through Wednesday that’ll make travel treacherous, especially in the foothills and mountains north of I-70.
Here’s what to expect: Rain showers dominate the overnight hours into early Tuesday morning, with temperatures starting near 40°F and rising to around 47°F. By Tuesday morning around 8 AM, the system shifts, and rain transitions to a rain-and-snow mix across the Denver metro. Afternoon highs near 43°F will fall through the afternoon as the cold air moves in. The National Weather Service forecasters note that “precip could change to snow by midday along the I-25 Corridor,” so the Wednesday morning commute from Cherry Creek to Westminster could be slick.
The real story arrives Tuesday night through Wednesday morning. The upper-level trough moving southeast from the northern Rockies will bring heavy, wet snow—the kind that sticks to trees and power lines. Expect 2 to 4 inches across Denver and the I-25 corridor, with even heavier accumulation north of I-70 toward Boulder and Fort Collins. The National Weather Service warns that “damage to tree limbs will be possible, as well as locally slick conditions for the Wednesday morning commute.” Low temperatures Tuesday night will drop to around 29°F, so any wet snow falling on colder surfaces will accumulate quickly.
If you’re heading to Colorado Rockies vs. New York Mets at Coors Field on Wednesday, bring layers and expect cold, wet conditions—a Colorado Rockies jersey under a packable rain jacket is your best bet. Grab tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub, and don’t forget a Colorado Rockies fitted cap to keep snow off your face. Indoor events like the Avalanche game at Ball Arena will be more comfortable, though roads getting there may be dicey.
For outdoor plans: postpone yard work, gardening, and any projects involving a raised garden bed kit until Thursday. Don’t mow—wet snow will mat down your grass. Golf courses will be unplayable. Hiking trails, especially around Red Rocks and the foothills, will be treacherous Tuesday night and Wednesday.
Gear up: grab a compact travel umbrella for the rain phase, waterproof hiking boots if you venture into the mountains, and consider stocking up on supplies. A programmable slow cooker is perfect for today—set it this morning and come home to warm comfort food like chili or beef stew. An enameled cast iron Dutch oven works too if you prefer stovetop cooking. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
The good news: this pattern shifts warmer by late week. Snow chances return to the mountains only by Friday, but Denver’s Mile High elevation should clear by Thursday afternoon.
Stay safe on the roads Wednesday morning, and keep an eye on I-70 if you’re heading to the mountains.
