Colorado braces for significant late-spring snowstorm
Summary
A strong snowstorm is expected to hit parts of Colorado and Wyoming on May 5-6, 2026, bringing cold temperatures and significant snowfall in late spring. Meanwhile, many East Coast cities will have warm weather, and severe storms with heavy rain are forecast in Texas and Arkansas, helping drought conditions.Key Facts
- Winter storm alerts are active for Colorado and Wyoming on May 5-6, 2026.
- Denver may receive 2 to 6 inches of snow; some mountain areas could get 1 to 2 feet.
- Denver’s snow this season is about 20 inches below average before this storm.
- Temperatures in Denver will drop about 30 degrees from 75°F to the low 40s°F on May 5.
- Cities like New York, Washington, D.C., and Raleigh will have highs above 80°F on May 5.
- A cold air front will lower temperatures across the Midwest and Great Lakes by May 6.
- Severe storms with large hail, strong winds, and possible tornadoes are likely in Texas and Arkansas on May 5.
- The southern U.S. is expected to get 1.5 to 4 inches of rain, which will help with drought relief.
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