Denver is under overcast skies and near 59 degrees late Wednesday morning. Rain was concentrated south and southeast of Denver, with little to no rain expected in the northern urban corridor and only a low-end chance of showers reaching Denver-area terminals later, with a high near 64 degrees, according to the National Weather Service’s current Denver forecast and observation.
More persistent rain is expected over Lincoln County and the Palmer Divide, with little to no rain for the northern urban corridor. North-northeast winds will run around 7 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph, according to the National Weather Service forecast. Light rain is possible along and north of I-70, with little to no rain expected farther north.
The rain threat is tied to tropical moisture from the remnants of Hurricane Polo. The National Weather Service expects light rain farther north, while heavier amounts are possible in Lincoln County and on the Palmer Divide, within its forecast area. In the watch zone covering far southeastern Elbert and southern Lincoln counties, rainfall totals of 1 to 2.5 inches are possible through Thursday morning—with lighter rain expected farther north.
Rain Fades Overnight, Thursday Turns Brighter
A few showers could linger Wednesday evening before tapering off around midnight. Thursday brings partly sunny skies and a high near 70 degrees, followed by a chilly but mostly clear night with a low around 48.
Weekend Warmup Arrives Fast
Sunny weather takes over Friday and Saturday, with highs near 79 and 81 degrees. Sunday stays sunny near 78, while Monday could reach 84 before mostly sunny skies continue Tuesday with a high near 82.
Flood Watch Remains South And Southeast Of Denver
The National Weather Service has a Flood Watch in effect through Thursday morning for southern Lincoln County and far southeastern Elbert County, not Denver itself. The heaviest rain is expected south and southeast of the city, though anyone driving during a downpour should avoid water-covered roads and allow extra time.
The Flood Watch is limited to far southeastern Elbert and southern Lincoln counties, where the National Weather Service says excessive runoff could flood rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying, flood-prone areas. The agency advises people in flood-prone locations to monitor later forecasts and be ready to act if flooding develops; drivers should turn around rather than cross flooded roads.
