Denver residents can expect a shift in weather patterns today, with the National Weather Service reporting a primarily sunny day with highs reaching near 69 degrees. "South southwest wind 5 to 9 mph becoming north northeast in the afternoon," the forecast detailed. Gusts could potentially amp up to 15 mph. The city's warmth may be short-lived, however, as there's a 20 percent chance of rain creeping in after 3 am with a low hovering around 37 degrees tonight, as reported by the National Weather Service.
The upcoming weekend carries a mix of rain, snow, and blustery conditions starting on Friday, denoting a clear change in the city's meteorological rhythm. Highs are expected to be near 54 degrees with "a northwest wind 6 to 11 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon," according to the National Weather Service. Snow is likely but minimal accumulation is anticipated.
Looking into the days ahead, Denverites will need to stay vigilant as a "strong and quick-moving storm system" moves through the area on Friday, as per the Hazardous Weather Outlook issued by the NWS. Additionally, high winds reaching up to 60 mph are possible on the plains. Increased fire concerns for Sunday and Monday are on the docket, due to the anticipated dry and warm conditions.
To cap off the weekend, Saturday offers a slight 20 percent chance of snow, paired with mostly sunny skies, and a high near 50. Light wind early on will make way for a northwest breeze 9 to 14 mph, with potential gusts clocking in as high as 26 mph. Meanwhile, another weather system rolling in by mid-week could be the source of more impactful conditions, unabated by the "above normal temperatures and dry conditions," lending to potential fire hazards.
