Boulder County's Winter Whisper: A Light Dusting Ahead

Boulder County is in for a gentle snowfall, but don't expect a winter wonderland just yet. The National Weather Service predicts a modest one to four inches of snow from Thursday into Friday morning. Longmont, however, might barely notice the change, with less than half an inch expected. The temperatures are chilly but not extreme. Boulder will see a high of 36 degrees on Thursday, while Longmont will be slightly warmer at 39 degrees. Earlier fears of a heavy snow dump have faded, which is good news for those who dread shoveling.The snow is expected to fall in two waves: one to two inches during the day on Thursday and another one to two inches overnight into Friday. By 11 a. m. Friday, the snow should have stopped. Roads will be wet throughout Thursday, but the worst conditions are likely to hit Friday morning commuters. The good news is that warmer weather is on the way. By Monday, temperatures in both Boulder and Longmont are expected to climb back into the fifties. So, while it might be cold now, it won't last forever. This snowfall is a reminder that winter is still here, but it's not going to be a major event. It's a light dusting, a winter whisper rather than a roar. So, bundle up, but don't break out the heavy-duty snow gear just yet.