NWS Grand Junction Blog

Periods of moderate to heavy rainfall are expected through tomorrow evening. Flash flooding and debris flows will be possible, especially over burn scars, mountainous terrain, saturated soils, and narrow canyons. An additional 0.5 to 2 inches of rain is expected. Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible over the Four Corners area.

Here's our latest Event Summary regarding the Flash Flooding that Impacted Moab, UT on August 20, 2022

Published 2022-09-12

Slow moving thunderstorms dropped very heavy rainfall over and near Moab, UT on August 20, 2022. Here's a brief summary of the event.

Get Ready for Fall Weather Hazards by Visiting Our Fall Safety Website!

Published 2022-09-04

ðŸ– Go Back to School With NOAA!

Published 2022-08-27

More Virtual Spotter Training classes have been announced for August of 2022. Click to register!

Published 2022-08-05

This just in: More virtual spotter training classes have been announced for August of 2022, due to continued requests. These classes will be virtual using Google Meet. Unfortunately, we were not able to arrange any in person classes at this time. If you are interested, you can sign up using this form: https://forms.gle/makXBt56dAdSWoi88. We hope to â€œseeâ€ you there!

A Look Back at June 2022 Weather

Published 2022-07-31

A look back at June 2022 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Grand Junction Radar Outage Through Approximately Tuesday, August 2nd

Published 2022-07-27

The Grand Junction radar will be down for maintenance beginning Wednesday, July 27th through approximately Tuesday, August 2nd.

Interested in Becoming a Weather Ready Nation Ambassador? Here's How!

Published 2022-07-20

A Look Back at Spring 2022 Weather

Published 2022-06-28

A look back at spring 2022 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

A Look Back at May 2022 Weather

Published 2022-06-27

A look back at May 2022 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Click the link to view our 2021 Shareholders Report from NWS Grand Junction!

Published 2022-06-12

The 2021 Shareholders Report is finished! The purpose of this report is to showcase work your local National Weather Service office employees completed this past year that served you and your communities. Click the link to view the Story Map edition of this report.

A Look Back at April 2022 Weather

Published 2022-05-22

A look back at April 2022 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Latest Wind Gust Reports

Published 2022-05-20

May 2022 Temperature ðŸŒ¡ï¸ and Precipitation Outlook â˜”

Published 2022-04-25

Colorado Severe Weather Awareness Week

Published 2022-04-10

Colorado Severe Weather Awareness Week 2022

A Look Back At Winter 2021/2022 Weather

Published 2022-03-20

A look back at Winter 2021/2022 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

A Look Back at February 2022 Weather

Published 2022-03-20

A look back at August 2021 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Colorado Flood and Fire Awareness Week 2022

Published 2022-03-06

Hot off the Press: NWS Delivering the Forecast to You Story Map

Published 2022-03-02

The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) has a multitude of responsibilities to help us meet our mission of protecting life and property, and our information can be accessed in a number of ways. Please check out our ArcGIS Story Map detailing the variety of products and services we here at NWS Grand Junction provide to our partners and the public!

Hot off the Press: NWS History and Service Evolution Story Map

Published 2022-03-02

Curious about how the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) has evolved since it was first created in 1870? Please check out our ArcGIS Story Map highlighting how the NWS, and in particular the Grand Junction Forecast Office, has changed over the years!

March Temperature and Precipitation Outlook

Published 2022-02-28

Significant Winter Storm Ahead

Published 2022-02-18

A Look Back at January 2022 Weather

Published 2022-02-10

A look back at January 2022 weather across Eastern Utah and Western Colorado.

A Look Back at December 2021 Weather

Published 2022-01-26

A look back at December 2021 weather across Eastern Utah and Western Colorado.

Countdown to Launch of GOES-T Satellite

Published 2022-01-02

New Year's Day Climatology

Published 2021-12-31

New Year's Day climatology for selected cities across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

New Year's Eve Climatology

Published 2021-12-31

New Year's Eve climatology for selected cities across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

A Look Back at Fall 2021 Weather

Published 2021-12-29

A look back at Fall 2021 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Join us for SKYWARN Recognition Day - Starts at 5 pm MST Friday and continues until 5 pm MST Saturday

Published 2021-12-03

SKYWARNâ„¢ Recognition Day was developed in 1999 by the National Weather Service and the American Radio Relay League. It celebrates the contributions that SKYWARNâ„¢ volunteers make to the NWS mission, the protection of life and property. Join us to help celebrate all of our weather spotters

Mountain Rain or Snow - Precipitation Phase Citizen Science Project

Published 2021-11-24

Normally, we think of rain falling at air temperatures above 32Â°F â€“ but in the world of weather forecasting and hydrologic prediction, that isnâ€™t always the case. In some mountainous regions, the shift from snow to rain during winter storms may actually occur at warmer temperatures approaching 39.5Â°F.

Soliciting Comments on the Consolidation of Hard Freeze and Freeze headlines through December 18, 2021

Published 2021-11-24

Western United States Winter Outlook

Published 2021-11-22

A Look Back at October 2021 Weather

Published 2021-11-18

A look back at October 2021 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Snowfall Reports Across the Region

Published 2021-10-27

Check out the latest snowfall reports from across the region over the last few days.

A Look Back at September 2021 Weather

Published 2021-10-16

A look back at September 2021 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

A Look Back at the Summer 2021 Season

Published 2021-09-14

A look back at the Summer 2021 season across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Labor Day Climatology

Published 2021-09-06

Labor Day climatology for selected cities across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

New Local Climate Page Tutorial

Published 2021-08-27

Check out this quick tutorial on how to navigate the new local climate page.

New â€œDestructiveâ€ Severe Thunderstorm Warning category to trigger Wireless Emergency Alerts on mobile phones

Published 2021-07-27

Severe thunderstorms can be life-threatening, but not all severe storms are the same. Hazardous conditions range from tornadoes, large hail storms, and widespread straight-line winds called derechoes, to cloud-to-ground lightning and flash flooding.

The 2020 Shareholders Report has been released summarizing support and services NWS GJT provided in 2020! Check it out!

Published 2021-07-12

All Time Record High Set at Grand Junction on July 9th!

Published 2021-07-09

A new all time record high of 107 was set at the Grand Junction Regional Airport on July 9, 2021.

Grizzly Creek Debris Flows: June 26-27, 2021

Published 2021-06-29

Check out our event summary for the debris flows on the Grizzly Creek Fire burn scar on June 26th and June 27th, 2021.

Virtual Spotter Training Classes for 2021: Continues through September. Click link to register.

Published 2021-06-27

Virtual spotter training classes are back in 2021! Classes continue through September. Please click the links on the page to register for the class that works best for you. We hope to "see" you there!

Thunder distracts, lightning kills. This is Lightning Awareness Week in Colorado

Published 2021-06-20

Lightning Awareness Week runs from June 20 to 26.

A Look Back at May 2021 Weather

Published 2021-06-11

A look back at May 2021 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

A Look Back at April 2021 Weather

Published 2021-05-07

A look back at April 2021 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

A Look Back at March 2021 Weather

Published 2021-04-02

A look back at March 2021 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Top Weather Events of 2020

Published 2021-03-16

A Look at the top weather events of 2020 from across eastern Utah and western Colorado

A Look Back at January 2021 Weather

Published 2021-02-15

A look back at January 2021 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

February 2-4, 2021 Winter Storm Summary

Published 2021-02-05

Please check out the event summary for the February 2-4, 2021 winter storm.

A Look Back at December 2020 Weather

Published 2021-01-07

A look back at December 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Online NWS Radar Viewer Gets a Facelift!

Published 2020-12-22

The new GIS-based NWS radar page is live!

Probability of a White Christmas

Published 2020-12-22

"Will we have a White Christmas?" It is one of the big questions asked every holiday season. Check out our website for more information on the historical chances for a White Christmas.

A Look Back at the Fall 2020 Season

Published 2020-12-04

A look back at the Fall 2020 season across eastern Utah and western Colorado

A Look Back at November 2020 Weather

Published 2020-12-04

A look back at November 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Get ready for winter weather hazards by visiting our Winter Safety website!

Published 2020-11-29

A Look Back at October 2020 Weather

Published 2020-11-17

A look back at October 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Colorado Winter Weather Preparedness Week - Week in Review

Published 2020-10-24

Colorado Winter Weather Preparedness Week - Avalanche Safety

Published 2020-10-23

Colorado Winter Weather Preparedness Week - Wind Chill Temperatures and Hypothermia

Published 2020-10-22

Colorado Winter Weather Preparedness Week - High Winds

Published 2020-10-21

A Look Back at September 2020 Weather

Published 2020-10-20

A look back at September 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Colorado Winter Weather Preparedness Week - Watches, Warnings and Advisories

Published 2020-10-20

Colorado Winter Weather Preparedness Week - Winter Travel Safety

Published 2020-10-19

Colorado Winter Weather Preparedness Week - Introduction

Published 2020-10-18

September 8-10, 2020 Early Season Winter Storm Summary

Published 2020-09-16

Please take a look at our event summary for the September 8-10, 2020 early season winter storm.

Fire Decision Support Services (DSS) 2020

Published 2020-08-21

NWS Forecaster Provides Weather Support for Pine Gulch Fire

Published 2020-08-14

A Look Back at July 2020 Weather

Published 2020-08-09

A look back at July 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Monsoon Moisture Continues Through Tuesday; Drier Weather To Follow

Published 2020-07-26

A plume of monsoonal moisture will continue to result in an increased risk for showers and storms across the region through Tuesday before warmer and drier weather returns thereafter.

Latest Drought Statement

Published 2020-07-16

Drought categories have expanded over western Colorado with extreme drought pushing slightly westward and northward.

Dangerously Hot Temperatures Across Portions of Southeast Utah This Weekend

Published 2020-07-10

A Heat Advisory is in effect for portions of southeast Utah below 5000 feet now until 8 PM MDT Monday. Daytime highs will climb as high as 105 to 110 degrees F.

A Look Back at June 2020 Weather

Published 2020-07-03

A look back at June 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

A Look Back at the Spring 2020 Season

Published 2020-06-17

A look back at Meteorological Spring 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

A Look Back at May 2020 Weather

Published 2020-06-17

A look back at May 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Western Colorado and Eastern Utah Drought Monitor

Published 2020-05-30

Check out our new Drought Monitor for Western Colorado and Eastern Utah!

A Look Back at April 2020 Weather

Published 2020-05-15

A look back at April 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Sign Up for Our Very First Virtual Spotter Training: May 7th from 10 am till 12 pm MDT

Published 2020-04-30

It's happening! Sign up for our very first Virtual All Hazards Weather Spotter Training, hosted by NWS Grand Junction via GoToWebinar. The date for this virtual spotter training is Thursday, May 7th from 10 am till 12 pm MDT. We hope to "see" you there!

Colorado Severe Weather Awareness Week: April 12 - 18, 2020

Published 2020-04-12

Colorado Severe Weather Awareness Week 2020 starts Sunday and continues through Saturday. Click here for all the latest information.

A Look Back at March 2020 Weather

Published 2020-04-07

A look back at March 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

March 18-20 Winter Storm Summary

Published 2020-03-21

Check out our event summary for the March 18-20, 2020 winter storm.

A Look Back at the Winter 2019-2020 Season

Published 2020-03-02

A look back at the Winter 2019-2020 Season across eastern Utah and western Colorado

A Look Back at February 2020 Weather

Published 2020-03-02

A look back at February 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado

Colorado Flood and Wildfire Awareness Week March 1-7 2020

Published 2020-02-29

Major Upgrade Ahead for U.S. Weather and Climate Supercomputers

Published 2020-02-20

U.S. to triple operational weather and climate supercomputing capacity

Protecting Lives and Property for 150 Years -- The NWS Celebrates its Sesquicentennial

Published 2020-02-17

NWS celebrates its 150th Anniversary

Why Do NWS Forecasts Reference "Washington's Birthday" Instead of "Presidents Day?"

Published 2020-02-17

This time of year, we tend to receive several inquiries regarding the use of the term "Washington's Birthday" on our forecast pages and on NOAA Weather Radio. The general theme of these inquiries is that the proper terminology for the 3rd Monday of February should be "Presidents Day," as George Washington's birthday is on the 22nd.

A Look Back at January 2020 Weather

Published 2020-02-10

A look back at January 2020 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

February 4-7, 2020 Winter Storm Summary

Published 2020-02-09

Please check out our event summary for the February 4-7, 2020 winter storm.

A Look Back at the Top Weather Events of 2019

Published 2020-01-15

A look back at the top weather events of 2019 across eastern Utah and western Colorado

A Look Back at December 2019 Weather

Published 2020-01-15

A look back at December 2019 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Top Colorado Weather Events for the Decade 2010-2019

Published 2019-12-19

A Look Back at the Fall 2019 Season

Published 2019-12-05

A look back at the Fall 2019 season across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

A Look Back at November 2019 Weather

Published 2019-12-05

A look back at November 2019 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

A Pacific Storm Moves Through the Area at Midweek

Published 2019-12-03

A Pacific storm moves over southeast Utah and southwest Colorado at midweek bringing a wintry mix to the region.

Snowfall Will Continue To Impact Post-Thanksgiving Travel Through This Evening

Published 2019-11-29

Historic Thanksgiving 1919 Snow Storm

Published 2019-11-24

100 year anniversary celebration of the historic Thanksgiving 1919 snow storm that brought over 40 inches of snow to the Western Slope.

Considerable Snowfall Possible for Southern Mountains Tuesday Night Through Thursday

Published 2019-11-18

Slow moving storm may bring considerable snowfall to the mountains of southeast Utah and southwest and central Colorado Tuesday night through Thursday.

Winter Weather Safety

Published 2019-11-14

This website is designed to teach you how to stay safe before, during and after a winter storm. You will find information on winter alerts, science and hazards, snow coverage maps, and information describing the different types of winter storms.

A Look Back at October 2019 Weather

Published 2019-11-05

A look back at October 2019 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Cold Front Brings Snow to Divide Mountains and Front Range. Vail Pass Impacted through Monday.

Published 2019-10-27

A cold front will move southward through Colorado tonight through Monday, bringing snow to the divide mountains and Front Range. Eastern slopes will be favored for the majority of the storm but the Elkhead, Park, Gore and Elk Mountain Ranges including Vail Pass, will see impacts with periods of heavy snow. Dry air moves in Monday morning, with another system arriving Tuesday.

NOAA Weather Radio (Oct 23 and 24) and GJX Radar (Oct 24) will experience intermittent outages due to equipment upgrades

Published 2019-10-23

NOAA Weather Radio transmitters at Grand Junction, Glenwood Springs and Eagle transmitters will be down or intermittent on Oct 23 and 24 due to equipment upgrades. The Grand Junction (GJX) radar will be intermittent on Oct 24 due to these upgrades as well.

2019 Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Colorado: October 13 - 19: Day 3

Published 2019-10-15

2019 Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Colorado: October 13 - 19: Day 2

Published 2019-10-14

A Look Back at September 2019 Weather

Published 2019-10-13

A look back at September 2019 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

2019 Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Colorado: October 13 - 19: Day 1

Published 2019-10-13

A Look Back at the Summer 2019 Season

Published 2019-09-13

A look back at the Meteorological Summer 2019 season across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

A Look Back at August 2019 Weather

Published 2019-09-13

A look back at August 2019 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Critical Fire Weather Conditions This Afternoon And Evening Over Northwest Colorado And Northeast Utah

Published 2019-08-25

A trough moving through the Northern Rockies will cause winds to increase this afternoon and combine with already hot, dry conditions and dry fuels to produce critical fire weather conditions in northwest Colorado and northeast Utah. A Red Flag Warning is in effect this afternoon and evening for those areas.

Proposed Change to NWS Grand Junction Radar - Public Input

Published 2019-08-23

The National Weather Service is proposing to lower the elevation scan of the WSR-88D Doppler Radar in Grand Junction, CO. This will allow for better scanning of the atmosphere from a radar that is located over 10,000 feet in elevation. These improvements will provide better radar coverage for much of eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Storm Summary: August 4th Lake Christine Fire Burn Scar Flooding

Published 2019-08-05

Event summary for the flooding and debris flows that occurred on the Lake Christine Fire burn scar on the evening of August 4, 2019.

A Look Back at July 2019 Weather

Published 2019-08-04

A look back at July 2019 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Monsoonal Moisture Will Bring Numerous Showers and Storms Today

Published 2019-07-31

A surge of monsoon moisture will gradually spread east today and focus precipitation over western Colorado. Light rain showers will be widespread with locally heavy showers and thunderstorms. High rain may cause rock and mud slides as well as minor flooding.

Hot and dry conditions today with critical fire weather conditions.

Published 2019-07-17

Hot temperatures will continue today with triple digit heat in some lower elevations. In addition, critical fire weather conditions will occur across most lower elevations of eastern Utah and western Colorado this afternoon and evening.

Fourth of July Climatology

Published 2019-07-04

Check out our Fourth of July climatology for various sites across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

A Look Back at June 2019 Weather

Published 2019-07-03

A look back at June 2019 weather across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Accelerated Snow Melt and Strong High Flows Expected to Continue in Streams and Rivers Across Western Colorado and Eastern Utah

Published 2019-06-11

Runoff from snow melt will keep river flows strong and may present hazards near waterways across western Colorado and eastern Utah. Stay safe and use extra caution around rivers, streams and creeks during this runoff period. Follow these precautions and safety tips in the accompanying graphic.

Snow Melt Runoff to Keep River Flows High

Published 2019-06-07

Latest flood potential outlook from the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Windy conditions today with Wind Advisories in effect through 10 pm. Cooler and unsettled weather follows this weekend into next week.

Published 2019-05-16

Southwest winds will increase today, especially across eastern Utah and far western Colorado ahead of a cold front tonight. Wind Advisories in effect today. Cooler and unsettled weather pattern follows this weekend into next week.

A Look Back at April 2019

Published 2019-05-05

A look back at the month of April 2019 season. Climate summaries for selected cities across eastern Utah and western Colorado.

Check out our 2018 Shareholders Report, highlighting services provided over the past year by NWS Grand Junction

Published 2019-04-26

Severe thunderstorms are possible on Friday

Published 2019-04-25

The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has identified an area of marginal severe weather threat across northeast Utah and northwest Colorado Friday afternoon. They indicated the potential for some thunderstorms firing along and ahead of an approaching cold front may be capable of generating wind gusts of 60 mph or higher.

The week of April 14 through April 20 is Colorado Severe Weather Awareness Week

Published 2019-04-16

The week of April 14 through April 20 is Colorado Severe Weather Awareness Week. Follow these safety tips and check out this information to help better prepare for the severe weather season.

Spring storm will usher winter back into the forecast

Published 2019-03-28

Low elevation rain and mountain snow will spread across all but the far southern portions of eastern Utah and western Colorado tonight through the weekend. Travel issues could arise over the mountain roadways at times, especially at night. Much cooler temperatures will move in with this system as well.

New to the Grand Junction Homepage: Online Website Tutorials

Published 2019-03-19

Are you new to navigating the NWS Grand Junction, Colorado's website? Then look no further than your one-stop shop on accessing and using the wide variety of products available on the weather.gov/gjt homepage.

Drier Conditions With a Warming Trend Through This Weekend

Published 2019-03-15

Drier northwest flow aloft and building high pressure will bring sunnier skies and a warming trend through the weekend.

Intermittent NOAA Weather Radio Outage in Montrose - 2/27 between 8 am and 5 pm

Published 2019-02-26

Intermittent NOAA Weather Radio Outage in Montrose - 2/27 between 8 am and 5 pm

February 20-23 Winter Storm Summary

Published 2019-02-24

Event summary for the February 20-23 significant winter storm.

Winter Weather Safety

Published 2019-01-09

Get Ready for Winter Weather Hazards by Visiting our Winter Safety Website!

Expect Snow Across the Mountains on Thanksgiving through Saturday

Published 2018-11-22

High pressure will give way to a series of winter weather systems that will bring snowfall to the mountains starting around midday on Thanksgiving and continuing through Saturday. Highest snowfall totals are expected in the western Colorado mountains.

Historical White Thanksgiving in Grand Junction

Published 2018-11-16

Historical White Thanksgiving statistics in Grand Junction, Colorado. Records go back to 1893.

Trick or Treating Forecast

Published 2018-10-31

Be sure to dress warm tomorrow night as this Halloween is looking more like a trick rather then a treat due to chilly temperatures and partly cloudy skies. There is even a chance for some snow showers in the northern mountains after 9 pm.

Here's a quick look at the newly issued Winter Outlook from the Climate Prediction Center

Published 2018-10-18

NOAA's Climate prediction center issued a new outlook for this winter. For western CO and eastern UT it calls for a better chance for warmer than normal temperatures. It also calls for a better chance of wetter than normal conditions in the south.

2018 Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Colorado: October 14 - 20

Published 2018-10-15

Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Colorado runs from Sunday, October 14 through Saturday, October 20.

Below Normal Temperatures Continue...Snow Arrives to the South Late

Published 2018-10-13

Temperatures stay below normal this week as a slow moving storm system brings chances of valley rain and mountain snow to the southern portions of Colorado and Utah through Wednesday.

Dry and Windy Conditions Return Today

Published 2018-08-27

Expect dry and windy conditions today with gusts to 45 mph or higher across northwest Colorado and portions of west-central Colorado with 30 to 40 mph gusts elsewhere. Critical fire weather conditions will be met over east-central Utah and Paradox Valley.

Smoky and Hazy Skies Due to California and Local Wildfires Continue Today. Will It Last Thru the Weekend?

Published 2018-08-02

Hazy and smoky skies will continue today as a result of several large fires over the west and other smaller fires closer to home. A disturbance moving through this evening through Friday morning projected to hopefully help clear smoke out of the area.

Hazy Skies Due to California Wildfires and Other Fires Closer to Home

Published 2018-07-30

Hazy conditions will likely continue over the area through the next few days as a result of several large fires over the West and other small fires closer to home.

Dust/Ash Devils Over the Lake Christine Fire on July 26th

Published 2018-07-27

Check out this video of a couple of dust/ash devils from the afternoon of July 26th on the Lake Christine Fire.

Windy Balloon Launch on Tuesday, July 17th

Published 2018-07-18

Our evening weather balloon launch on Tuesday, July 17th occurred when winds were gusting to 58 MPH! Check out our video of the launch here.

Check out the brand new "Turn Around, Don't Drown" PSA for the NWS

Published 2018-07-14

We apologize in advance, for this jingle getting stuck on loop in your head, but weâ€™d do anything to help you remember to Turn Around, Donâ€™t Drown. weather.gov/flood

Lightning Potential This Weekend

Published 2018-07-14

Are you planning an outdoor activity this weekend? Thunderstorms are in the forecast for the mountains. Check out the Lightning Potential Index, a planning tool that shows you where & when cloud-to-ground lighting is expected out to 60 hours.

Flash Flood Watch Today for the 416 Burn Scar Areas

Published 2018-07-08

A Flash Flood Watch is in effect from noon until 9pm today for the burn scar area of the 416 fire in La Plata County. Locations downhill and downstream from burned areas are very susceptible to flash flooding and debris flows.

Smoky conditions continue...

Published 2018-07-05

Smoky conditions will continue with several wildfires burning over western Colorado and northeast Utah. Moisture will be on the increase and this will lead to better afternoon shower and thunderstorm coverage through the weekend.

Triple Digit Heat and Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today

Published 2018-06-26

Hot and dry conditions with triple digit heat and critical fire weather conditions across all of eastern Utah and western Colorado today.

Critical Fire Weather Conditions Sunday

Published 2018-06-20

A Red Flag Warning is in effect for southwest Colorado on Sunday, as gusty winds and low humidity will reach critical fire weather thresholds. The rest of the area will see less wind and higher relative humidities following trough passage.

First Triple Digit Temperature of the Year!

Published 2018-06-14

The Grand Junction Airport hit 101 degrees on Wednesday, June 13. This not only set a new record high for the day but it also marks the first triple digit temperature of the year!

Criticial Fire Weather Conditions Continue: Red Flag Warnings for Sunday

Published 2018-06-10

A dry system will move through the central Rockies this weekend. Winds will become even stronger on Sunday resulting in critical Fire Weather conditions. Another round of Red Flag Warnings have been issued for Sunday.

416 Wildfire Resources and Information

Published 2018-06-03

Please visit the La Plata County Emergency Management page for the latest information and resources on the 416 Wildfire burning about 10 miles north of Durango.

Areas of Smoke Expected in Portions of Southwest Colorado Today

Published 2018-06-02

Areas of smoke will continue across portions of southwest Colorado today due to the ongoing 416 Wildfire north of Durango.

Critical fire weather conditions expected again Friday

Published 2018-05-30

Increasing southwest winds and very dry conditions will combine with dry fuels to produce critical fire weather conditions Friday across much of western Colorado and portions of northeast Utah.

Mexican Hat COOP Station Celebrates 50 Years of Weather Observations!

Published 2018-05-24

Our Cooperative Observer in Mexican Hat, Utah was recently awarded the Edward H. Stoll Award for celebrating 50 years of weather observations for the NWS.

Peak Wind Gusts Saturday

Published 2018-05-13

It's been a breezy day today as a large area of low pressure spins to our west. South-southwesterly wind gusts of 35 to 45 MPH have been common for some of the lower valleys with gusts ranging from 50 to 70 MPH in the higher elevations!

2018 Colorado Severe Weather Awareness Week - April 15th through 21st

Published 2018-04-14

The week of April 15th through the 21st is Colorado Severe Weather Awareness Week. Are you prepared?

Sub-Freezing Temperatures Return to Eastern Utah and western Colorado Saturday Morning

Published 2018-04-13

The strong cold front that brought the strong winds yesterday and snow today will also usher in much colder temperatures overnight. Clearing skies and this cooler air will bring sub-freezing temperatures just about everywhere by Saturday morning.

Strong Cold Front Thursday to Bring Sub-Freezing Temperatures by Friday

Published 2018-04-11

Don't be fooled by the warm weather! Spring conditions Wednesday will rapidly change late Thursday into Friday as a strong cold front brings widespread subfreezing temperatures to the region.

Rainfall and Snow Totals From April 7th

Published 2018-04-08

Moderate to Considerable Avalanche Danger over the La Sal Mountains. See the Utah Avalanche Center website for more information.

Published 2018-03-20

Moderate to Considerable Avalanche Danger across the La Sal Mountains in Eastern Utah. Visit the Utah Avalanche Center for more information.

Avalanche danger is Moderate across many of the Colorado Mountains. See the CAIC website for more information.

Published 2018-03-20

Avalanched danger has increased as a result of new snow. See the CAIC website for more information.

Flood and Wildfire Awareness Week March 4-10

Published 2018-03-04

March 4-10, 2018 is Flood and Wildfire Awareness Week for Colorado. New topics will be discussed each day.

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