Sunny Sunday in Estes Park, but Snow Chances Return Early Next Week

Sunday will bring sunny skies and mild temperatures to Estes Park, with highs near 53 degrees. Gusty west-southwest winds between 8 and 33 mph will develop throughout the day, with gusts potentially reaching 53 mph. Precipitation chances remain minimal at just 2 percent, making it an excellent day for outdoor activities despite the wind.

The extended forecast shows a shift toward winter conditions beginning Sunday night. A slight chance of light snow develops after 5 a.m. Monday, with precipitation chances climbing to 41 percent by Monday afternoon. Light snow accumulations under half an inch are possible. Temperatures will cool significantly, dropping from the low 50s to the upper 30s and low 40s through mid-week.

Winter weather will remain active through the following week, with scattered snow chances persisting through Friday. Thursday shows the highest precipitation probability at 48 percent with highs near 34 degrees. Temperatures will dip to the teens during nighttime hours Wednesday through Friday. By Saturday, conditions stabilize slightly with a slight chance of snow and highs around 34 degrees. Residents should monitor conditions closely and prepare for potential snow impacts.