Residents in the Denver metro area are finally anticipating weather that aligns with late March conditions. This shift is being driven by an incoming cold front scheduled to arrive early Tuesday morning.

Tuesday's Transition: Cooler Air and Morning Commute

Morning Conditions and Temperature Rise

As winds shift out of the north, cooler air will settle across the plains. Tuesday morning will feature partly cloudy skies, keeping temperatures in the 40s for the morning commute.

The morning hours will remain in the 40s before the area experiences a noticeable 10-degree warmup throughout the afternoon. This warming trend will lead to mostly cloudy skies across Denver.

Evening Rain and Mountain Snow

Light rain showers are expected in the Denver area during the early evening hours. Daytime highs are projected to reach the upper 50s along the Interstate 25 corridor, which is considered seasonal for this time of year.

In contrast, Colorado's high country faces significant winter weather. A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect from 6 p.m. Tuesday until 9 p.m. Wednesday, bracing mountain towns for 6 to 12 inches of snow.

Mid-Week Outlook and Brief Warm-Up

Wednesday's Seasonal Temperatures

Wednesday will bring more widespread rain to the Denver metro region. High temperatures are expected to peak in the upper 50s and low 60s, aligning closely with typical early April averages.

Thursday's Sunny Interlude

A fast-moving ridge will build into the state on Thursday, providing a temporary break from the wet conditions between storm systems. The Denver metro can anticipate mostly sunny skies and highs climbing into the lower 70s.

Weekend Forecast: More Showers and Holiday Weather

Friday's Return to Cooler, Wetter Weather

Another system is slated to move into Colorado early Friday morning, bringing another round of heavy snow potential to the mountains. Denver temperatures will drop back into the 50s.

Scattered rain showers, with a possibility of snow mixing in during the evening, could impact the Rockies home opener. Forecasters advise staying tuned for precise timing regarding this potentially soggy conclusion to the work week.

Weekend Clearing

Skies are expected to clear out for Saturday, bringing mostly sunny conditions and highs settling back into the upper 50s. Warmer and drier weather is currently forecasted for the Front Range leading into Easter Sunday.