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Thursday PM Update: The never-ending winter storm returns Friday with heavy snow dumping on the Front Range again, but temperatures will be a problem for some… (Updated)

November 7, 2024 / BoulderCAST Team

After already delivering a thick blanket of snowfall earlier in the week, the very same storm system is set to boomerang back north and slam eastern Colorado once again with widespread precipitation Friday into Saturday. With temperatures not as cold as last time, the storm’s impact will vary across the region, with plenty of heavy snow to go around, but also unfortunately with chilly rain spoiling the party a bit for northern cities. We discuss expected snowfall amounts, potential travel impacts, and the unique meteorological conditions contributing to what will be an extreme event for some parts of eastern Colorado to end the week.

Premium Storm Update (11/9/24 9:00 AM): The faucet of Gulf of Mexico moisture is on full blast into Colorado today! Moderate to heavy snow is beginning across the Front Range NOW and will continue through early Saturday, at times mixing with rain on the north side. We discuss the latest on the approaching low pressure, take a tour through the most recent model data, and provide a few final details leading into this big and wet snowstorm! READ HERE

Front Range Snowfall Totals: November 5-6, 2024

November 7, 2024 / BoulderCAST Team

A prolonged period of light to moderate snow fell across most of the Denver Metro area Tuesday evening into Wednesday evening. We briefly review the booming snowfall totals from the first real dump of snow in the nascent 2024-25 season!

Winter Storm Recap: First snow of the season is in the books for most western suburbs, including Boulder, but it wasn’t much…

November 4, 2024 / BoulderCAST Team

Many western suburbs of Denver experienced their first snow of the season last night, with Boulder officially recording 0.2 inches. The colder, higher elevations to the west saw a more significant dump, up to 15 inches in some areas. We briefly recap the underwhelming first snow of the season and announce the winners of our 2024 First Snowfall Contest.

Colorado Forecast Update: After a month-long dry spell, precipitation will finally return to the Front Range this weekend, but not nearly as much as we need…

October 17, 2024 / BoulderCAST Team

It’s been quite a long time since our last measurable precipitation in the Front Range, but that will change abruptly this weekend with the arrival of our next autumn storm system. Unfortunately the slow-moving low pressure will dive too far south into Arizona, largely fizzling out before ever reaching northeast Colorado. Nonetheless, it will bring a bit of rain, snow and much colder temperatures to our area for a few days. Read on for our latest thoughts on how the unsettled weekend ahead will play out. We also briefly review the entries to our 2024 First Snowfall Contest with predictions actually trending towards a later date than Boulder’s climatology would suggest (color us shocked!). There will indeed be some snowflakes in our forecast domain this weekend, but Boulder is not expected to see accumulating snow.

Colorado Aurora Update: The Northern Lights could be visible again Friday night in the Front Range, but it’s no guarantee they will show!

October 11, 2024 / BoulderCAST Team

The Northern Lights put on a spectacular show across the Front Range Thursday night, and there’s a chance for an encore performance tonight! While the display is not likely to be as intense or widespread Friday night, mostly clear skies and comfortable temperatures will make it a perfect evening to try your luck in the Denver Metro area. Read on for our team’s recommendation on the best time and place to head out to take in the Northern Lights Friday night in Colorado!

Colorado Aurora Update: The Northern Lights are already roaring and the Front Range should have excellent viewing for several hours after sunset Thursday!

October 10, 2024 / BoulderCAST Team

All systems are a go for an excellent evening of aurora viewing in Front Range Colorado as the strongest solar storm of 2024 unfolds tonight (Thursday October 10th). We take a look at the latest solar particle observations which are already higher than they were back in May and also what type of weather will negatively impact tonight’s viewing in our area. Read on for our team’s recommendation on the best time and place to head out to take in the Lights tonight!

When will our first snow occur? Enter your prediction for a chance to win! ❄️☃️

October 2, 2024 / BoulderCAST Team

10th Annual BoulderCAST First Snowfall Contest

Are you eager for the first snowball fight of the season? Have you already waxed your skis and purchased your overpriced Epic Pass? Did you swap on your snow tires far too early again? The Front Range’s first big snow could be right around the corner! Mother Nature has been wreaking havoc on this contest recently — within just the last four years we’ve had our latest AND earliest snowfalls on record! What’s in store for 2024? We provide a brief overview of Boulder’s first snowfall climatology and then pose the question…“When will Boulder’s first measurable snow occur this year?” Submit your guess for a chance to win an assortment of prizes. Those who get closest to the date and amount of our first snow win.

*Sorry but the contest is now closed to entries*

September 2024 Graphical Weather Review: Yet another warm & dry month with further drought expansion in the Front Range

October 2, 2024 / BoulderCAST Team

September was an exceptionally warm month in the Front Range, with most areas landing more than four degrees above average. This was our fourth consecutive month that finished on the north side of normal. Outside of a single soaking rain event, the month was also extremely dry with drought expanding further across the area. Here’s a quick and colorful graphical recap of our weather during September and how it relates to climatology.