WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

  This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight  Snow and blowing snow in the northern Colorado mountains will wind down late this morning into early afternoon. Thus, the hazardous travel conditions will improve for the afternoon into the early evening hours. However, another round of heavier snow, blowing snow, and difficult travel conditions will redevelop in the mountains by late this evening.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday  Snow and blowing snow in the northern Colorado mountains will continue through at least mid day Monday, with continued difficult travel conditions expected. Conditions are expected to gradually improve later Monday afternoon or Monday night.  Monday will bring strong and gusty winds to the forecast area. Winds to 60 mph will be possible across the plains with potential for higher speeds in the foothills and Urban Corridor. With dry soils in place from lack of precipitation across the eastern plains, areas of blowing dust are expected that could impact travel, mainly from I-25 eastward. Critical fire weather is expected to develop which could lead to rapid fire spread if one were to ignite.  Colder temperatures but lighter winds will settle in for Tuesday and Wednesday, before a gradual warmup occurs later next week. Light snow showers will still be possible from time to time, mainly in the mountains.  .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Snowfall reports from mountain spotters will be appreciated.