Heavy Snowfall Envelops Colorado Mountains Ahead of Thanksgiving
Colorado’s mountain regions were blanketed with over two feet of snow during a pre-Thanksgiving storm this week, while the Interstate-25 corridor from Fort Collins to Trinidad experienced much lighter snowfall. According to the National Weather Service, the storm produced significant accumulations across various locations by Wednesday afternoon.
Mount Crested Butte and Monarch Pass each reported a remarkable 26 inches of snow, followed closely by Gunnison with 22 inches and Copper Mountain at 20 inches. Other notable totals included Wolf Creek Pass with 20 inches, Breckenridge at 18 inches, and Eldora with 17 inches. Areas like Arapahoe Peak and Loveland Pass similarly reported a solid 16 inches.
The snow totals weren’t limited to the highest peaks. Winter Park documented 14 inches, while Dillon and Rabbit Ears Pass received 13 inches each. Many other areas across the state, including Cameron Pass, Oak Creek, and Steamboat Springs, also recorded significant snowfall, contributing to the overall winter landscape.
In contrast, regions down the Interstate-25 corridor saw much less snow, with totals dropping significantly as the elevation decreased. Even communities such as Colorado Springs, Broomfield, and Longmont received only between 2 to 2.7 inches.
This timely snowfall has delighted ski enthusiasts and heralded the start of the winter sports season in Colorado. As residents prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, the blanket of snow provides a picturesque backdrop, raising hopes for a robust skiing season and winter festivities ahead.
With winter in full swing, travelers and outdoor enthusiasts are advised to remain cautious while navigating snowy mountain roads and to enjoy the seasonal beauty responsibly.
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