Category: Forecast (Page 97 of 166)

Winter Storm Update: Models are still confused about Saturday’s snowstorm

December 27, 2019 / Ben Castellani

Yikes! A surprisingly high amount of uncertainty remains regarding the incoming winter storm making for a difficult forecast heading into Saturday. We provide a quick update, including our team’s thoughts on the most recent model runs and if any tweaks are needed to our prior snowfall forecast (spoiler alert: they are!).

PREMIUM STORM UPDATE (7:00 AM Sat 12/28/19): We do a quick check on how the forecast looks early Saturday as moderate snow falls across the Front Range. We talk forecast amounts, waning snowfall intensity, and gusty winds expected later today. Click HERE to read.

A wintry event will largely miss the Denver area late Friday night into Saturday

December 26, 2019 / BoulderCAST Team

After a rather quiet month of December, our first “major” snow event in four weeks is taking shape for late Friday night into early Saturday. The bulk of the snow will bypass the Denver area, but we’re still looking at some accumulation. Read on for details on the falling temperatures, when the snowfall will begin and end, and how much white stuff to expect.

FORECAST UPDATE (Friday Dec 27 3:00 PM): Models are still having trouble with this storm, and so are we. Read our latest forecast and get our latest snowfall forecast map.

This week in Colorado weather: December 23, 2019

December 23, 2019 / Ben Castellani

Unseasonably warm conditions will continue for the next few days before cooler and unsettled weather arrives later in the week. We’re also watching a potential winter storm but the track remains uncertain at this time.

The slim chance of a White Christmas in Denver and Boulder this year

December 21, 2019 / Ben Castellani

Are you hoping for a White Christmas in 2019? Don’t hold your breath. We discuss the weather pattern that is quickly erasing any chance for a White Christmas in Denver and Boulder this year.

This week in Colorado weather: December 16, 2019

December 16, 2019 / Andy

A rather quiet week is in store for the state. There is really only one system passing through after one exits today. The rest of the time we will be under high pressure. That should allow for very pleasant weather overall, even in the Mountains.

Atmospheric river to pummel Colorado with heavy mountain snow through the weekend

December 11, 2019 / BoulderCAST Team

Skiers rejoice! A persistent influx of sub-tropical moisture associated with a developing atmospheric river event will bring a prolonged period of light to moderate snow to the Mountains in the coming days.

This week in Colorado weather: December 9, 2019

December 9, 2019 / Ben Castellani

In the absence of any major storm systems approaching Colorado, this week will remain fairly quiet with primarily dry conditions. Temperatures will vary day-to-day however from the 30’s to the 50’s. We’re also watching a powerful jet that is expected to move overhead late in the week bringing widespread snowfall and blustery conditions to the Mountains.

Rain then snow expected during the day Thursday, change-over timing remains fuzzy

December 4, 2019 / Ben Castellani

We’ve been monitoring a weak storm system lingering off the California coastline for the last few days. Latest model guidance indicates a track that is significantly further north than what has been advertised the last few days. While there is still some uncertainty, especially in regards to temperatures and the potential for rain versus snow in our area, the chances have increased for precipitation during the day Thursday. Read our updated forecast discussion including our thoughts on snow amounts.