As Denver residents look up from their coffees this morning, they’ll find themselves squinting into a mostly sunny sky with the temperature sitting comfortably at 65°F, according to the National Weather Service in Denver. The city is in for a blend of clouds and sun today, with a 20 percent chance of showers after 2 pm and thunderstorms in the forecast. Despite the gusts that might sweep across the landscape later in the afternoon, the day's high is expected to reach near 89°F, a perfect cue for sunscreen and a hat before stepping out.
The weather tonight in Denver keeps with the slight unpredictability, as the National Weather Service indicates a continuation of the day's 20 percent shower and thunderstorm chance before 8 pm. Those looking to enjoy an evening stroll might appreciate the partly cloudy night skies, with a low around 60°F. It's a breath of relief for those hoping to escape the heat of the day, as the north wind circles around 6 mph, picking up a southwest note after midnight, according to the National Weather Service.
Glancing ahead, Thursday's weather seems to mirror the trend, marked by increasing clouds and a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms cropping up post-noon. The mercury is anticipated to climb back near the previous day's high of 89°F. If you're planning to head out, keep a light jacket handy, as light winds in the morning could evolve into west winds of 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon, with possible gusts as high as 17 mph.
Into Thursday night, Denver faces a continued dice roll with the weather. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9 pm, then a slight chance of showers between 9 pm and midnight, states the National Weather Service on its website. The evening will eventually clear up, leaving mostly clear skies and lows around 58°F, as the northeast winds take a subtle turn, becoming light and variable.
For those planning their upcoming weekend out, Friday to Sunday bodes mostly sunny days, with temperate conditions and highs stretching from 87 to 94°F. The overnight promise is one of mildness, with lows hovering in the high 50s to low 60s. However, a heads-up for outdoor adventurers, there's a steady chorus of thunderstorm potential each afternoon, particularly on Friday, with a 30 percent chance.
