As the Mile High City welcomes a serene morning with fair skies and a crisp 38°F, Denver residents can anticipate a range of weather conditions over the coming week. According to the National Weather Service, the current humidity stands at 88%, and a calm breeze from the south gently nudges the wind chill to 34°F. The barometer reads a stable 30.18 in, suggesting fair weather ahead, at least for the short term. Visibility is clear at 10 miles, providing unobstructed views of Colorado's vast and varied landscapes. Updated data from the NWS, published Friday morning, indicates an expected high of 65°F today with calm winds shifting to the northeast in the afternoon.
For those looking forward to their weekend plans, the forecast appears mostly favorable with sunny skies slated for Saturday and a high near 76°F. Light winds may, to pleasantly moderate the warmth, become east breezy with gusts possibly reaching 15 mph. The NWS details this upcoming change in conditions, predicting a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms by Sunday afternoon. On that day, residents should brace for stronger gusts, possibly up to 29 mph, as the weather becomes increasingly breezy, challenging the placidity of the prior days.
The NWS hazardous weather outlook warns of a gradual shift in the weather pattern, heralding increased chances for showers and thunderstorms starting late Sunday, primarily contained to mountainous regions. The forecast predicts "more numerous showers and a few thunderstorms" from Monday afternoon through Tuesday night. This period could also see the development of strong or even severe storms across the plains.
As the week progresses, the NWS cautions of a slow-moving spring storm system, which is expected to thoroughly soak the region. The mountains and higher foothills are likely to experience accumulating snow, especially Monday night through Tuesday night. This spells potential travel disruptions, with the NWS emphasizing impacts mainly above 8,000 feet. Those planning to traverse the higher elevations are advised to stay alert to the weather developments, with the NWS reminding that spotter activation is not expected at this time, as detailed by the National Weather Service.
