Denver residents can expect a blend of sunshine and thunder this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. Today's forecast indicates a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms post-1 pm, with highs soaring near 93 degrees. Mostly sunny, with southwest wind 6 to 9 mph becoming northeast in the morning, the service details outlining conditions that could see wind gusts reaching up to 16 mph.
The chance for wet weather continues into tonight, though it drops off before departing entirely. The skies should mostly clear up, settling around 65 degrees for the low. It's advised to keep a light coat handy as "north northwest wind 5 to 8 mph" will become "light and variable after midnight." Residents should prepare to potentially witness gusts equally as brisk as those from the daytime.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the pattern of afternoon precipitation persists. Saturday holds a 40 percent likelihood of rain and storms post-noon, again hitting highs in the early 90s. However, come nighttime, any threat of showers should somewhat lessen, leaving Denverites with a partly cloudy evening and lows in the mid-60s.
For those hoping to enjoy a clearer sky, Sunday may be your bet with a lesser 30 percent chance of storms after noon. "Mostly sunny, with a high near 94," reports the National Weather Service. And as we push into the new week, forecasts suggest a possible respite from the rains, with "very warm and drier weather" anticipated for the early days.
For the more weather-weary, it's worth noting the hazardous weather outlook issued for northeast and north central Colorado cautions of stronger thunderstorms capable of producing heavy rain, small hail, and brisk wind gusts reaching 50 mph in areas like Park County and along the Palmer Divide. However, Denver proper can expect "weaker isolated showers and thunderstorms" if any at all.
No immediate call for spotter activation has been announced for today or tonight. Nevertheless, community members are encouraged to remain alert and prepared for sudden changes in weather conditions throughout the Denver region.
