3 days Ago By Nolan Peterson
Denver residents can expect a week filled with a mix of sunny skies and potential hazardous weather conditions, as forecasted by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Denver, Colorado. Today, Denverites are waking up to fair weather, with temperatures currently at 50°F and winds at a brisk south 14 mph. The humidity sits at 79%, and the city is forecasted to see a mostly sunny day with a high near 80 but also breezy conditions that could see wind gusts as high as 30 mph, according to the National Weather Service.
Looking forward, tonight shows a slight chance of showers after 1 am with a low around 43. The erratic weather is supposed to continue throughout the week with varying chances of showers and thunderstorms, particularly on Wednesday night where there may possibly be a thunderstorm before midnight, then a chance of showers. The temperatures will range, climbing up near 76 by Friday but dropping to lows around the mid-40s at nights.
In addition to the regular forecast, the NWS has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Denver and the surrounding regions. The service notes that warm and dry air with wind gusts up to 40 mph this afternoon will create increased fire danger from South Park across the foothills and onto the eastern Colorado plains. The situation is serious enough that a Red Flag Warning has been put into effect, highlighting concerns for potential rapid fire spread due to the combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures.
Residents are strongly advised to exercise caution and avoid activities that could further increase fire risks. The National Weather Service's Red Flag Warning, effective from 11 AM to 8 PM MDT Sunday, explicitly states, Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire, as reported by the National Weather Service..
