Winter Weather Advisory
2026-03-06T20:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph east of I-25. * WHERE...Boulder and the western suburbs of Denver, Denver, and Byers. * WHEN...From 5 AM early this morning to 8 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery and slushy road conditions at times. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday morning and Friday late evening commutes. There will be periods of just wet roads, especially in the afternoon.

Lower Boulder Canyon Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Lower Boulder Canyon river run in Colorado is a scenic and exciting adventure for experienced paddlers.

Summary

With Class III-IV rapids, this section of the Boulder Creek offers a challenge with tight drops, technical boulder gardens, and narrow chutes. There are several river obstacles to watch out for, including steep drops and strong currents. The best time to float this section is from May to June, with recommended water levels of 300-500 cfs. As water levels rise, the difficulty of the rapids also increases. Paddlers should have strong navigation skills and be prepared for the challenging conditions.

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15-Day Weather Outlook

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	42 cfs (9.49 ft)
Percent of Normal	281%
Optimal Range	250-1300 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	IV- to V-
Elevation	4,860 ft
Streamflow Discharge	34.6 cfs
Gauge Height	9.6 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06730500

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Fourmile Creek At Orodell 1.91cfs	2cfs
Boulder Creek Near Orodell 9.78cfs	10cfs
Boulder Cr At North 75th St Nr Boulder 10.5cfs	11cfs
Left Hand Creek Near Boulder 3.85cfs	4cfs
Coal Creek Near Plainview -999.00cfs	-999cfs
Left Hand Creek At Hover Road Near Longmont 1.67cfs	2cfs