Denver is waking up to heavy, wet snow overnight into Wednesday morning, with 1 to 3 inches of new accumulation possible and a 100% chance of precipitation throughout the day.
This is classic early-May Denver weather—the kind that catches folks off guard. The National Weather Service warns of scattered power outages along the Front Range and I-25 Corridor due to heavy, wet snow potentially damaging tree limbs and power lines. If you’re in the foothills or northern mountains, prepare for significant travel impacts with locally greater than 2 feet of snow possible.
Today’s Setup
Snow will taper off north to south late Wednesday morning through the afternoon. The heaviest band is expected to move through between now and mid-morning, so if you need to be out, get there early. Roads will be slick and slushy, especially on I-25 between Denver and Boulder. By 5 PM, most of the snow activity ends, leaving behind mostly cloudy skies. High near 40°F.
Travel & Commute Timing
If you’re heading to the Rockies game at Coors Field tonight against the New York Mets, expect wet conditions and plan extra travel time. The snow should be wrapping up by game time, but parking lots will be slushy. Grab a Colorado Rockies jersey or Colorado Rockies fitted cap to stay warm in the stands, and consider tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub if you’re still deciding.
For I-25 and mountain pass drivers: conditions will be hazardous through mid-morning. Slow down, increase following distance, and don’t be surprised if the Colorado State Patrol closes I-70 in the mountains temporarily.
What To Wear & Bring
Layer up—you’ll want a waterproof jacket, insulated winter boots, and a thermal base layer set to stay dry and warm. If you’re working outside or stuck in your car, rechargeable hand warmers or a heated vest will make a real difference. Bring a snow shovel if you have outdoor space that needs clearing by afternoon.
Tonight & Thursday Outlook
Wednesday night clears out nicely, dropping to around 27°F with mostly clear skies. Expect a hard freeze across the plains through Thursday morning—protect any tender plants if you haven’t already.
Thursday is a complete turnaround: sunny, with a high near 65°F and just 8 mph winds. This is your window to get outside, mow the lawn, or do yard work. The weather flips again Friday night with a slight chance of showers, but overall conditions stay mild through the weekend.
Dinner Suggestion
After a day like this, you’ll want comfort food. Bake a pot roast or homemade mac and cheese to warm up the house. Brew a hot chocolate for dessert. You can order groceries on Amazon for everything you need—grab a pre-seasoned cast iron skillet for the roast and an electric gooseneck kettle for that perfect hot chocolate.
Next Few Days
Thursday brings sunshine and mid-60s; Friday stays dry with upper 60s to lower 70s. By Saturday, another weak disturbance may bring a slight chance of showers, but nothing significant. Enjoy the warmth while it lasts—this is peak spring in Denver.
Stay safe on the roads, check on neighbors, and don’t let the snow catch you unprepared. This is why we love living here: you can go from blizzard to 65 degrees in 24 hours.
