What to expect during the spring season
Spring in the Rocky Mountains can often look like winter. While we may have warm sunny days, we also get our biggest snowfalls of the year during the spring season from March through May. While some days may have very nice weather in Estes Park or Grand Lake, it is likely that you will find more wintery conditions higher up in the mountains, where the snow has yet to melt.
Current Conditions
While the overall size of Rocky Mountain National Park may be relatively small, the weather can vary drastically from place to place, especially as you change altitude. It is therefore wise to look at several forecasts to get an idea of what to expect. Be sure to not only look at the temperature and the chance of storms, but also the expected wind speed as that can impact how cold it feels. The winds can at times be so strong (+40mph) as to make hiking dangerous and topple trees. While these forecasts by the National Weather Service are very helpful, it is important to note that accurately predicting mountain weather is extremely difficult, so always prepare for unexpected changes in the weather.
