Here’s What Spring 2026 Could Look Like In Western Colorado

Take one look at the winter snowpack across Colorado, and talk of warmer weather might make any local a little uneasy. It’s been a mild and dry winter, and the Old Farmer’s Almanac says the Spring 2026 forecast is looking cool and dry across the Intermountain West.

Slightly cooler temperatures and drier-than-normal conditions will impact planting and snowmelt timing in Western Colorado. Keep scrolling to see what early clues the almanac offers before the season arrives.

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A 230-Year-Old Forecasting Tradition

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The Old Farmer’s Almanac has been a trusted source for information since 1792. It combines solar cycles, unbiased climatology, and historical weather patterns to predict seasonal trends up to 18 months in advance. The almanac is not meant to replace the daily forecast from Grand Junction’s National Weather Service Office; rather, it’s designed to highlight the patterns that impact agriculture, gardening, and long-range planners most.

Calendar Spring vs. Colorado Reality

Western Colorado knows that astronomical spring rarely means spring weather arrives overnight. In 2026, the first day of spring arrives on March 20. The Old Farmer’s Almanac Spring outlook calls for drier-than-average patterns with near-normal temperatures. Higher elevations should prepare for the real possibility of late frosts.

What This Means for Western Colorado Residents

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What does all this mean for Western Colorado Residents? The National Weather Service, NOAA, and the Old Farmer’s Almanac are all pointing to a dry spring. For gardeners, it will mean watching your soil temperatures and monitoring frost dates before you plant.

Without much snow on the Mesa to create the swan’s neck, we may have to do some extra work to get ready for gardening. For most of us, being flexible is the best way to enjoy/survive spring on the Western Slope.