Denver residents can expect a mostly sunny day today, with temperatures reaching a comfortable 60 degrees, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Denver. In a routine update issued early this morning, the NWS detailed a calm day ahead, with winds picking up to only around 5 mph in the afternoon. The outlook for tonight remains clear, with a drop to a lower temperature of around 33 degrees and gentle south-southwest winds.
According to the National Weather Service, the coming days will continue mild and dry weather, providing a near-record high by Saturday. However, those looking to enjoy the warmer temperatures should be aware of elevated fire weather conditions across the foothills and adjacent plains on Saturday due to arid and breezy conditions. The mild stretch is little to come to an end as a system is forecasted to bring a mix of rain and snow late Sunday into Monday morning. While the mountains are expected to receive noticeable snowfall, the plains will likely see none.
Focusing on the hazardous weather outlook provided by the NWS for northeast and north central Colorado, no particular threats are expected for today and tonight. The NWS outlook, which extends through next Tuesday, did not note any potential for severe weather in the immediate future, offering a relatively calm lead-in to the Thanksgiving holiday. Nonetheless, it is always emphasized for residents to remain vigilant as conditions can shift unexpectedly.
For those with travel plans, looking ahead brings some potential complications. Another system set to arrive mid-next week could bring moderate snow to the mountains on Wednesday and Thanksgiving, which follows the NWS's forecast for Denver. An adverse impact on travel during the period is possible, particularly for those passing through mountainous regions. The NWS has therefore recommended travelers to monitor weather updates as the holiday approaches.
