Denver is starting Friday under mostly cloudy skies and temperatures in the low 60s, but the calm will not last. Highs should reach near 84 degrees before showers and thunderstorms become likely after 1 p.m., with storms capable of heavy rain, hail and gusty winds.
Storms Build After Lunch
The main storm window runs from early afternoon into the evening, with a 70% chance of precipitation Friday. The National Weather Service Denver/Boulder says faster-moving storms may reduce the overall flooding threat compared with Thursday, but saturated ground could still make some areas vulnerable to localized flash flooding.
Rainfall totals of a quarter-inch to a half-inch are possible, and a few storms could bring strong winds or hail. No watches, warnings or advisories are listed for the Denver area in the current forecast, but drivers should be ready for sudden downpours and quick visibility changes.
Weekend Keeps The Umbrella Busy
Friday night brings a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight, with lows near 59 degrees. Saturday should reach about 82 degrees, but storms are likely from around midday through the afternoon, followed by another stormy night and a low near 57.
Sunday looks similar, with mostly sunny skies early, a high near 82 and a 70% chance of afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Morning plans have the better odds for staying dry, though anyone spending the day outside should keep an eye on changing skies and move indoors when thunder is heard.
Sunny, Warmer Turn Starts Monday
The pattern finally begins to settle Monday, when mostly sunny skies and a high near 86 are expected with only a small rain chance. Tuesday looks warmer still, climbing near 91 degrees under mostly sunny skies before a few low storm chances return later in the week.
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