In Denver, the weather is turning over a new leaf as the scorching temperatures begin to slightly cool down. According to the National Weather Service, today's forecast indicates a sunny and hot day, with a high nearing 99 degrees and wind gusts potentially reaching up to 16 mph. Residents can expect the change in pace tonight when it becomes partly cloudy with lows dropping to around 64 degrees.
But there's a twist in the tale for Denver's upcoming weather patterns. A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms is predicted after noon on Friday, with the high dropping significantly to near 88 degrees and gusty winds potentially topping out at 21 mph. This signals that Denver's weather was about to shift gears, starting with near record heat before it's set to take a nosedive as we head into the weekend.
Looking further into the week, the National Weather Service warns of hazardous weather conditions that are in store for northeast and north central Colorado, with various percentages of shower and thunderstorm chances spanning through to Wednesday. As the week progresses, Denver's sun-soaked streets are expected to turn to overcast skies. The weather service's detailed forecast suggests showers are more likely before noon on Saturday, and then again in the afternoon with a high of around 81 degrees, while chances of precipitation oscillate around 60 percent.
Aside from looming storm clouds, Denver citizens will also have to navigate an ozone alert. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued an "Ozone Action Day Alert" from 4 p.m. Wednesday to 4 p.m. Thursday for multiple counties, including Denver. "Hot, stagnant weather will allow ozone to reach the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category on Wednesday and Thursday," the health advisory states. The department encourages residents to particularly reduce their use of gas and diesel-powered vehicles until after 4 p.m. Thursday, August 21, to aid in reducing ozone pollution. Those with respiratory issues and lung diseases like asthma are advised to limit their time outdoors to minimize discomfort.
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