Denver, Colo. – Drivers across northeast Colorado should brace for severe thunderstorms and large hail this afternoon, especially along I-76 near Sterling, Akron, and Limon. Storms are expected to peak between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., raising concerns for motorists and residents in the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, showers and storms will move from northwest to southeast through Wednesday evening. The main threats include hail capable of damaging vehicles and crops, brief heavy downpours, and slick roadways. Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel during storm windows and secure outdoor items that could become projectiles.
Denver will see a mix of sun and scattered showers Wednesday, with temperatures reaching the low 70s before dropping into the upper 40s overnight. By Thursday, conditions improve, bringing mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid-70s. Calm winds will provide a more stable pattern, although isolated showers may linger in some mountain foothills.
Looking ahead, Friday and Saturday bring warmer, drier weather to much of Colorado. Highs in Denver will climb back into the low-to-mid 80s, offering a welcome shift into early fall sunshine. Still, forecasters caution that unsettled conditions could return early next week with cooler air and renewed shower chances.
Residents should stay weather-aware today, especially in northeastern plains communities where hail remains the biggest risk. Updates and potential advisories may be issued if storms intensify.
Five-Day Forecast for Denver, CO:
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 73°F, low 48°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high 81°F, low 53°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 85°F, low 56°F.
- Sunday: Partly cloudy, high 82°F, low 54°F.
- Monday: Sunny, high 84°F, low around 53°F.
