C178DA5C-86D1-4796-BDE4-0A125F2FAFF4_2 — Source: istockphoto.comBroomfield, Colorado, USA - October 19, 2015: Urban sprawl from the developments in Broomfield, Colorado apprach the majestic range of the Flatiron Mountains. Carpenters work on a new sledding attraction at the top of Vail Mountain which overlooks the Colorado Rockies and Vail Pass. The Flatirons are rock formations in the western United States, near Boulder, Colorado, consisting of flatirons. There are five large, numbered Flatirons ranging from north to south along the east slope of Green Mountain, and the term "The Flatirons" sometimes refers to these five alone. Numerous additional named Flatirons are on the southern part of Green Mountain, Bear Peak, and among the surrounding foothills. Taken at sunrise from a height of over 100 feet in Broomfield, Colorado.

As I look ahead to the next three days in Northern Colorado, here’s what we can expect in terms of weather, drawing from forecasts provided by the National Weather Service (NWS).

Friday, March 7:

Fort Collins: Anticipate a 40% chance of snow, primarily before 5 p.m. The day will be cloudy, with temperatures reaching a high near 35°F. East-northeast winds are expected at around 14 mph, with gusts up to 22 mph. Snow accumulation is expected to be minimal. National Weather Service
Greeley: Similar conditions with a 40% chance of snow, mainly between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Mostly cloudy skies and a high near 36°F are forecasted. North-northeast winds will be around 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Little to no snow accumulation is expected. National Weather Service

Saturday, March 8:

Fort Collins: The sun returns with a high near 53°F. Winds will be calm, shifting to north-northwest at 5 to 7 mph in the morning. National Weather Service
Greeley: Sunny skies with a high near 52°F. Light and variable winds becoming north at 5 to 10 mph in the morning, with gusts up to 16 mph.

Sunday, March 9:

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Fort Collins: A warmer day with sunny conditions and a high near 63°F. West winds around 6 mph, shifting to the south in the afternoon.
Greeley: Sunny with temperatures reaching a high near 63°F. Light and variable winds becoming south around 6 mph in the afternoon. National Weather Service

According to the NWS, these forecasts indicate a cold and cloudy Friday with chances of snow, followed by sunny and warmer conditions over the weekend.

In summary, after a chilly start with potential snow on Friday, Northern Colorado can look forward to a sunny and warmer weekend.