WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

 This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight  A big change is in the works! We'll transition from warm temperatures on the plains today to much colder weather and wintry precipitation tonight.  In the mountains, snow is ongoing in the Park Range and Rabbit Ears Pass area, and will become heavier and shift east across the the Front Range and I-70 Mountain Corridor late this afternoon and evening. A brief period of very heavy snow and poor visibility will be possible this evening.  On the plains, it will turn much colder with gusty north winds arriving this evening. Rain showers will develop, and then turn to snow overnight as temperatures drop.  Mainly light snow accumulations of an inch or less will be possible over most of the plains by daybreak Thursday, while mountain areas will pick up several inches of snow and have hazardous travel conditions. Most roads on the plains should retain enough warmth to limit any travel impacts.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday  Light snow is expected to continue over the mountains, foothills, the immediate plains and the Palmer Ridge on Thursday. Friday and Saturday look dry with the exception of a few light snow showers over the higher peaks. Snow showers will return to the mountains early next week with continued below normal temperatures across the forecast area.   .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation will not be needed today or tonight. However, any reports of snowfall will be appreciated.