The closeout to January continues a generally warm and dry trend for Colorado’s eastern plains, with a return of fire weather conditions expected Tuesday. Western Colorado, though cooler, will also see above-average temperatures to kick off the week.

Eastern Plains

While mountain areas can expect a small amount of snow along with early morning wind Sunday, most of the region will be dry, with temperatures above seasonal norms.

The warming trend continues into the start of the work week as temperatures reach into the 50s Monday, then increase to the upper 60s, and a few low 70s, Tuesday as a high pressure system impacts the area. Expect generally dry conditions, with potential for fire weather alerts returning Tuesday afternoon.

By Wednesday, cooler air returns, with highs in the 40s for the northeast, and 50s further south. The Trinidad area will be a bit warmer as temperatures remain in the mid-60s for the drought-stricken area.

Some snow is possible later in the week for the central and northern plains, however conditions will remain relatively dry overall.

West Slope

Limited amounts of light snow have been reported in the northern mountains Sunday morning, however drier air moving in will limit overall accumulation through Sunday evening. Temperature inversions – cold air trapped under a layer of warmer air – are expected to continue for a few days.

Colder air is predicted to drop into the area by Wednesday night, bringing a chance of snow to the northern areas through the remainder of the week.

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