Having already noted that there's a 'risk of heavy snow' in Colorado between March 30 and April 2, the National Weather Service is now calling for another chance of heavy snow during days that follow.
The most recent 'risk of heavy snow' map published by the forecasting service shows a 'risk of heavy snow' spanning much of the state between April 4 and April 7, favoring the central and northern regions.
This news comes as Colorado is in the middle of a snowy week, with most mountains getting at least some amount of fresh powder over the last several days. Initial predictions pointed to this stretch of snow lasting for 10-plus days and thus far, that seems to be holding true.
It's likely that the first potential wave of heavy snow from March 30 to April 2 will be more significant for most Coloradans, as the chance of this happening is higher and with how it's likely to include major population centers on the Front Range. That said, both storms are still days away, so a lot can change in the meantime.
Map: National Weather Service.
Colorado's snowpack currently sits at 108 percent of the to-date median statewide, hanging onto its above-norm level as minor waves of snow have rolled through in recent days. If the minor waves keep coming followed by both of these storms hitting as predicted, it's likely the gap between what's normal and what's present will increase.
In their Wednesday report, OpenSnow showed Crested Butte getting the most fresh snow over the next five days – 16 inches.
Find additional snow forecast information on the National Weather Service website.
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Funny, seems like a normal year of Colorado weather. Same as the 1960s, same as the 1970s. If you live long enough, you see the weather cycles.
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