DENVER — Forecasters are warning of hazardous traveling in Colorado's mountains because of winter storms and state transportation officials are recommending drivers pack winter survival kits.

A Pacific storm front could dump up to 14 inches in the north-central mountains by Friday afternoon. Driving will be dicey because strong winds, with gusts up to 50 mph, will cause drifting and blowing snow.

A powerful winter storm that moved into western Colorado on Christmas Day was expected to bring up to 3 feet of snow in parts of the western mountains.

In the Boulder area, expect cold and windy conditions today, with a high temperature near 30 degrees and snow likely. WeatherUnderground is forecasting up to 3 inches of snow accumulation.

Overnight lows tonight will dip into single digits.

This weekend, look for sunny skies, with highs near 30 degrees Saturday and in the mid-40s on Sunday.

Camera weather reporter Jimmy Himes is on vacation. His video weathercasts will return Jan. 5.