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Summer Won’t Surrender In Denver: 87-Degree October Scorcher On Tap

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Published on October 02, 2026
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Denver starts Friday, October 2, with clear skies and a quick warm-up toward 81 degrees. Temperatures near 50 early will climb into the upper 60s by late morning, setting up a sunny afternoon with little wind and no rain in sight.

Sunny Friday Sets The Tone

Friday will stay sunny, with south-southeast winds around 2 to 8 mph and a high near 81. The latest outlook extends the dry stretch detailed in Hoodline’s earlier forecast, giving Denver several more easy outdoor days.

Weekend Heat Arrives With A Breeze

Saturday looks even warmer, reaching about 85 degrees under sunny skies. Winds could gust as high as 18 mph, while Saturday night stays mostly clear with a low near 54. Sunday will remain sunny and mild, with a high around 81 and an overnight low near 55.

Monday Could Feel Like Summer Again

Monday is currently shaping up as the warmest day of the stretch, with sunshine and a high near 87. The National Weather Service Denver/Boulder describes the broader setup as bringing near-record warmth to the area.

Small Shower Chance Shows Up Tuesday

Tuesday will still be mostly sunny and warm, with a high near 85, while a few showers are possible. The high country has a 20-to-30-percent chance of an isolated shower or weak storm. Wednesday and Thursday return to sunny skies, with highs near 82 and 84, respectively.

No watches, warnings or advisories are currently posted for the Denver area. For now, the forecast is less “early October” and more “summer refusing to hand over the keys.”

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