Denver finally gets a small break from this month’s brutal heat on Monday, July 27, but it will not exactly be a calm one. Highs are still forecast near 96°F, although clouds are expected to build through the day, with showers and thunderstorms likely to ramp up from late afternoon into the evening. Where storms pop, brief heavy downpours could shove temperatures back into the upper 80s, with spotty gusty winds and a good chance of a soggy drive home after work.
Afternoon Storm Window
Showers could sneak through the metro as early as mid-morning, but the prime window for thunderstorms is late afternoon into the evening as mountain storms and their outflow boundaries push onto the plains. Stronger cells could kick out gusty outflow winds, with gusts around 15 to 20 mph, along with locally heavy rain that may cause brief street flooding. The timing and the uptick in storm chances through midweek come from the National Weather Service Denver/Boulder.
Tuesday–Wednesday Outlook
Tuesday, July 28 and Wednesday, July 29 look wetter overall, with scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms favored both days as monsoonal moisture returns. Locally heavy rainfall is possible, while daytime highs ease back toward the low 90s. Slow movers could drop higher totals over a few neighborhoods, which keeps localized flooding as the main secondary concern. For background on how this shift stacks up against the weekend’s scorchers, check out our earlier coverage of triple digit heat, as per Hoodline.
Cooling Centers And Safety
If you do not have reliable air conditioning, Denver Parks and some public libraries may open as daytime cooling centers during heat advisories, so check hours and locations before you head out. The City and County of Denver posts tips and an overview of its heat response and cooling center plans online. See guidance from the City and County of Denver for details.
Commute And Event Tips
Short, intense bursts of rain this evening could slick up roads and cut visibility, so plan a little extra time, slow down, and avoid low spots that tend to collect standing water. If you have outdoor plans, keep a backup indoor option ready or shift activities to later in the evening when storms should fade. Keep water and shade handy if you are outside, and never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle, even with clouds rolling in.
