Winter Weather Advisory: Unsettled Conditions and Snowfall Expected in Colorado

A snowstorm is expected to hit Colorado late Thursday night, prompting a Winter Weather Advisory and a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day for Friday. The storm will first arrive in the high country and along the Western Slope, with areas such as Grand Junction, Aspen, Vail, Craig, and Telluride expected to receive 4-8 inches of snow and gusty winds. Ski areas in the region are anticipating fresh powder. The National Weather Service explains that a Winter Weather Advisory is issued for conditions such as snow, sleet, freezing rain, or blowing snow, while a Winter Storm Warning is upgraded if heavy snow or significant sleet accumulation is expected. The Pinpoint Weather team will continue to monitor the storm's progress.