Historic Snowstorm Brings Record Snowfall to Denver, Colorado

A significant snowstorm has engulfed Denver, Colorado, bringing snowfall totals that are among the highest in November in nearly three decades. As of Friday, the Denver International Airport has recorded 8.9 inches of snow, already surpassing the average November snowfall of 7.3 inches.

The storm, which began on Tuesday, is expected to continue through Saturday morning, with additional snowfall predicted. Denver could see an additional 6 to 12 inches of snow by Saturday, according to meteorologists. This would make it one of the biggest November snowstorms in Denver’s history, comparable to the significant snowfall on November 13-14, 1994.

Snow totals vary widely across the state. Areas like La Veta Pass have seen 37 inches, while Buelah and Trinidad have recorded 29 and 23 inches, respectively. In the Denver metro area, snowfall totals range from 9 to 20 inches, with some areas expecting up to 3 feet of snow in southeastern Colorado.

The severe weather conditions have led to the closure of major highways, including Interstate 70 in eastern Colorado. Winter Storm Warnings and Advisories are in place, and travel is highly discouraged in the hardest-hit areas. Governor Jared Polis has declared a disaster emergency and activated the Colorado National Guard to assist with storm response.

The National Weather Service has advised travelers to be prepared with winter storm kits, including items like tire chains, booster cables, and emergency supplies, in case they become stranded. The storm’s impact is expected to taper off by Saturday afternoon, with clearer skies and warmer temperatures forecasted for Sunday.