I-70 traffic is quite predictable unless affected by weather or accidents. Plan to avoid peak travel times and enjoy a delay-free trip along I-70. Our weekend travel forecast is updated every Thursday morning.
Weekend Travel Forecast: December 12th-14th
Weekend weather shows a sunny skies and dry roads. Highs in the mid-40’s and lows in the mid-20’s. Given the lack of significant snow and the late start to the ski season, traffic times might be less than years past, as many resorts are not fully open, and fewer travelers are expected to be on the road.
To avoid the peak travel times, check out the weekend travel forecast below!
Friday WB – Moderate traffic will start to build around 1:00 p.m. and subside by 4:00 p.m. No delays are expected
Saturday WB – In the previous three years delays between 30-60 minutes occurred between 6:00 am and 12:00 pm with the peak congestion between 6:00-10:00 am.
Saturday EB – In two of the last three years there were delays of 30 minutes between 2:00-8:00 pm.
Sunday WB – No traffic related delays are expected.
Sunday EB – Congestion could result in delays of 30 minutes beginning at 2:00 pm and lasting until 6:00 pm.
*The GoI70.com Travel Forecast is based on historical data, along with an estimation of how weather, construction, public events and other factors might impact
I-70 DAILY SNOW
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Update:
Mild temps and mostly sunny skies will remain in place through at least Tuesday, December 16. Slight chance for snow around December 18-21. Optimistic for colder temps and consistent snowfall during the week of Christmas.
TIPS FOR I-70 MOUNTAIN TRAVEL
- Avoid the Peak Travel Times. If heading eastbound on Saturday or Sunday, plan to leave the mountains after 7:00 p.m. Check the weekend and holiday Travel Forecast.
- Check the road and traffic conditions before you travel.
- Check out the Peak Time Deals local businesses offer to help you avoid peak travel times.
- Spend a Sunday night in the mountains and head to work or school early Monday morning.
- Prepare for I-70 mountain driving conditions. Know the Colorado Traction Law.
- Create or join a carpool with the TreadShare App.
- Consider taking a bus, train, van to the mountains and leave the driving to someone else.
IMPORTANT INFO TO KNOW
With just a bit of planning, travelers can enjoy More Mountains, Less Traffic. The heaviest volumes on the I-70 mountain corridor occur around the holidays and on weekends in January and February, but plan for weekend traffic during the entire ski season. Check the detailed weekend Travel Forecast at the top of this page, posted each Thursday. Below is additional information to know prior to your travels:
Weather, Road Conditions & Accidents are impossible to predict and can escalate the level and duration of delays dramatically. Check CDOT’s CoTrip.org before you travel.
Colorado’s Traction Law is in effect Sept. 1-May 31, regardless of current weather conditions. Learn if your tires meet the Traction Law specifications here.
The Mountain Express Lanes are open on the weekends and holidays to provide a faster and more reliable travel time between Denver and the mountains. Get the Express Toll pass to pay the posted toll rate. Those without a pass will be billed the posted rate plus a service charge. Order the pass at ExpressToll.com.
Holiday Weekends – When a national holiday falls on a Monday, you can count on Monday afternoon eastbound traffic similar to a typical Sunday pattern, but with higher volume.
Metering – Traffic metering goes into effect during very high-volume times at the Eisenhower Johnson Tunnel on the eastbound approach. Metering controls the flow of traffic eastbound towards the Eisenhower Tunnel so traffic does not back up in the tunnel, causing potential safety issues.
