DENVER (KDVR) — A winter storm will arrive in Denver on Tuesday evening, brining several inches of snow and arctic cold along with it.
We’ve issued a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day for Wednesday.
Some areas are under a winter storm warning. Winter Storm Warnings (pink) start at 2 p.m. Tuesday. Winter Weather Advisories (purple) start at 5 p.m. Tuesday.
So what is the difference between a winter storm warning and a blizzard warning?
What is a Blizzard Warning?
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says a Blizzard Warning is issued when there are the following conditions:
- Low visibility of less than a quarter mile due to falling and/or blowing snow
- Winds at least 35 mph are expected for at least 3 hours
What is a Winter Storm Warning?
NOAA says a winter storm warning is issued for the following conditions:
- Heavy snow of at least 6 inches in 12 hours, or at least 8 inches in 24 hours, is expected
- It can also be issued if sleet accumulation will be at least half an inch.
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We will continue to update the forecast multiple times each day. Be sure to download the free Pinpoint Weather App to stay up-to-date with the newest data as we get it.