Grand Junction, CO – A freeze warning has been issued for parts of Colorado and Utah, including Grand Junction, Fruita, Moab, and surrounding areas, where temperatures are expected to drop as low as 25°F. The warning will be in effect from 2 to 9 a.m. MDT on Sunday, April 6, 2025.
The National Weather Service warns that sub-freezing temperatures could cause frost and damage sensitive vegetation, crops, and unprotected outdoor plumbing.
The freeze could affect communities in the Grand Valley, Southeast Utah, and the Arches/Grand Flat region.
Residents in these areas are advised to take precautions immediately, such as covering plants or bringing them indoors to protect them from the cold.
Additionally, homeowners should insulate outdoor plumbing to avoid potential damage from freezing temperatures.
The weather service advised that this type of early spring freeze can occur, particularly in the higher elevations of the region. It is important for those with outdoor crops or sensitive plants to be especially vigilant during these cold hours.
