Trough Axis Sliding Into Northern Colorado Overnight Brings Snow, Rain and Thunderstorms Across Colorado, Southwest Nebraska and Western Kansas With Hazardous Morning
COLORADO — A significant storm system is moving into northern Colorado overnight as the trough axis, the primary driver of the weather event, slides southward out of southern Wyoming. Temperatures are dropping steadily across the region as snow coverage increases overnight, raising serious concerns for hazardous travel conditions during the morning commute across multiple areas of the state.
Rain Shield Stretches Across Eastern Plains Into Nebraska and Kansas
A solid shield of rain is currently pushing across the eastern plains, stretching into southwest Nebraska and western Kansas. The precipitation coverage is widespread across this corridor, with moisture continuing to stream into the region as the trough axis advances southward through the overnight hours.
Thunderstorms Fire Across Southern Colorado Near Alamosa and Trinidad
Showers and thunderstorms are actively firing across far southern Colorado ahead of the advancing trough axis. Lightning strikes have already been reported between Alamosa and Trinidad, with storm activity expected to continue across this southern corridor as the system pushes further into the state overnight.
Western Slope Sees Best Precipitation Window Before Mid Morning
The Western Slope, including areas around Grand Junction, Montrose, and Steamboat Springs, is forecast to see its best shot at precipitation between now and mid morning. After that window closes, conditions will gradually wind down from north to south throughout the day as the system exits the region.
Hazardous Morning Commute Expected Across Colorado
Dropping temperatures combined with increasing snow overnight are expected to create slippery and dangerous road conditions across multiple parts of Colorado by morning. Residents across impacted areas are strongly advised to give themselves extra travel time and exercise significant caution during the morning commute. For continuing coverage of severe weather events across the United States, visit SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
