Denver, Colorado is bracing for what could be the biggest snowstorm of the season this week, with over a foot of snow expected in the Denver metro area, according to meteorologists. The snow is set to start in Utah on Tuesday before moving south and east into Arizona, southern Wyoming, and eventually Colorado by Wednesday.
AccuWeather meteorologist Renee Duff predicts widespread snowfall amounts of 6-12 inches as the week progresses. Weather.com meteorologist Chris Dolce also chimed in, stating that Denver could potentially see 6 to 12 inches of snow, with heavier totals expected in the foothills west of downtown and in the Palmer Divide south of the city.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for the Denver area, starting Wednesday at noon and lasting until Friday morning. They warn that travel could be extremely difficult or even impossible due to the anticipated snow-covered roads. The weather service also cautions residents to be prepared for power outages and fallen trees due to the wet and heavy snow that is expected to accumulate.
Denver International Airport may also be affected by the snowstorm, with potential cancellations and delays expected on Wednesday and Thursday. March is historically one of the snowiest months in the Rockies, according to meteorologist Chris Dolce, making it no surprise that Denver is bracing for a significant snow event.
Interestingly, Thursday marks the three-year anniversary of Denver’s last official double-digit snowstorm, where 19.9 inches of snow fell in 2021 – the city’s snowiest March day on record. This impending snowstorm serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of weather in the region, urging residents to stay prepared and safe during this winter event.