Denver is set to experience an array of weather conditions according to the National Weather Service. Today's forecast calls for showers likely, accompanied by potential thunderstorms later at an expected high of 57 degrees. "North wind 6 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%," states the National Weather Service. The evening promises a drop in temperature to 41 degrees, with a 40% chance of precipitation, and thunderstorms forecasted to clear before midnight.
As the week progresses, Denver residents can to expect a relative warming trend. The NWS outlook denotes Thursday as seeing a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, the skies being mostly sunny, with highs nearing 70 degrees. Nighttime will bring clear conditions and a low of 44 degrees. "Calm wind becoming east northeast around 6 mph in the afternoon," as reported by the National Weather Service.
Friday continues with this warming pattern, while again mixing in chances of precipitation. There's a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms post-noon, with mostly sunny conditions allowing temperatures to reach approximately 74 degrees. Nightfall will transition to partly cloudy skies and an expected dip to 47 degrees.
Looking ahead to the weekend, Denver's weather appears to be more definitively agreeable. It's set to be sunny with a high around 77 on Saturday, and climbing to a brighter 83 on Sunday. These sunny conditions will carry forward into the early week, with highs forecasted to touch the mid-80s, providing a brief respite from an otherwise wet and unpredictable week.
In terms of hazardous weather, the NWS has issued a special outlook for parts of northeast and north central Colorado, including Jefferson, Boulder, and Denver Counties. Scattered to numerous showers and a few thunderstorms can be expected today, according to the NWS advisory. Snow levels are predicted to rise significantly, leading to additional snowfall in the mountains, with slushy roads possible in the higher elevations early this morning. The plains may experience heavy rain and cloud-to-ground lightning. Residents and travelers in these areas are advised to remain aware of the conditions and take necessary precautions.
