The Denver region is set to experience a shift in weather patterns this week, ranging from sunny skies to a potential snowstorm, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Denver, Colorado. Today's weather in the Mile-High City has been marked by "mostly sunny" conditions with highs anticipated to reach around 61 degrees. Come tonight, Denverites can expect the weather to turn "mostly cloudy," with temperatures dropping to a low around 30 degrees, per the latest update from the National Weather Service.
Looking forward, residents should prepare for a mix of snow and possibly rain starting Thursday morning, with the probability of precipitation at 70%, and new snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. The NWS also notes an 80% chance of snow Thursday night, with potential new snow accumulation ranging from 1 to 3 inches, enough to make travel conditions tricky. Friday's forecast includes a continued 40 percent chance of snow before the skies start to clear, setting a trend for the weekend which promises "mostly sunny" skies and milder temperatures reaching the low to mid-40s.
The NWS has also issued a hazardous weather outlook for the region, highlighting "elevated to critical fire weather conditions" particularly in areas from Boulder southward through Jefferson and western Douglas Counties. The service warns against activities that might produce a spark as the foothills are expected to experience gusts reaching 50-60 mph, while winds will also be spreading east across the plains, posing a risk for wildfires.
As the week progresses, a colder storm system will bring snow to the Denver area starting Thursday and continuing into Friday morning, the NWS elaborates. There's a likelihood of snow accumulation not only for the mountains, but for the lower elevations as well, which could affect the I-25 Corridor and Palmer Divide. Commuters are advised to anticipate slick travel conditions by late Thursday through the Friday morning commute. Eventually, the cold front will give way to drier weather over the weekend, as temperatures begin to rise again.
