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Snow Possible in Estes Park Today, Active Weather Pattern Continues Through Week

Published by Herald Staff
Jan 5, 2026, 5:36 AM
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Monday will bring mild conditions with a high near 47 degrees, but a 30% chance of light snow after 8 a.m. keeps things interesting. West winds at 21 mph with gusts up to 33 mph will make it feel cooler throughout the day. Less than half an inch of snow accumulation is possible. Overnight, temperatures drop to around 30 degrees with another 30% snow chance before 5 a.m.

The week ahead features variable conditions with multiple chances for precipitation. Tuesday clears up with sunny skies and a high of 44 degrees, but strong westerly winds gusting to 43 mph will dominate. Wednesday stays mostly sunny with a high near 43 degrees, though a slight 20% snow chance develops after 5 p.m. The pattern shifts Thursday when snow becomes likely with a 71% precipitation chance and 1 to 2 inches of accumulation possible. Highs Thursday only reach 35 degrees.

Friday remains unsettled with a 33% snow chance and a high of just 27 degrees. Cold air settles in overnight with lows dipping to 14 degrees. Weekend conditions improve Friday night through Saturday with decreasing snow chances. Sunday brings warmer weather with sunny skies and a high near 47 degrees, offering a pleasant break before potentially more active conditions return early next week.

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