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Denver Heats Up Wednesday Before Storms Crash Weekend Plans

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Published on September 16, 2026
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Denver starts Wednesday with light west or southwest winds. The day will give way to a warm afternoon, with highs reaching about 84 degrees before a stormier stretch settles in.

Skies will stay partly sunny for most of Wednesday, with showers and thunderstorms possible Wednesday night. Along the I-25 Corridor, rain chances are 30-40%, so most outdoor plans should be workable, though Wednesday night could get noisy in spots.

Thursday Brings The Week’s Best Rain Chance

Thursday looks cooler, with a high near 80 and showers or thunderstorms becoming likely after noon. The National Weather Service Denver/Boulder office says Thursday currently has the strongest potential for locally heavy rain, although the exact timing remains uncertain.

Friday will rebound slightly to around 82 degrees and remain active and unusually moist, with showers likely. Saturday brings a cooler high near 78 and showers likely, making morning plans the safer bet for anyone hoping to stay dry.

Cooler, Drier Pattern Arrives Sunday

Sunday will be cooler, with a high near 75 and a chance of showers. Early next week should trend drier after several unsettled days.

No watches, warnings or advisories are listed for the Denver area. Still, residents heading out Thursday through Saturday should keep an eye on changing skies, allow extra time for sudden downpours and move indoors quickly if thunder is heard.

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