Denver, Colo. – A sharp surge of unseasonable heat is set to expand across Colorado and Kansas, pushing temperatures far above late-March averages and creating favorable travel conditions during the spring break period.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, this region will experience temperatures running 50 to 80 percent above normal from March 24 through March 30, while precipitation trends lean below normal in parts of the Rockies and near normal but limited across Kansas. This pattern supports extended sunshine and very limited precipitation.
Across Denver, Colorado Springs, Wichita, and Topeka, daytime highs are expected to climb into the upper 60s to mid-70s, with some eastern plains locations pushing the upper 70s. Morning temperatures will range from the 30s in Colorado to the 40s and 50s in Kansas. Major corridors including I-70, I-25, and I-35 are expected to remain mostly dry, supporting smooth regional travel.
Drivers should remain aware of gusty afternoon winds across open plains, which could impact high-profile vehicles, especially along east-west routes. Otherwise, widespread hazards are not expected, and visibility should remain high.
For baseball fans across the region, including those following the Rockies and Royals, the opening stretch of the season will feel unusually warm, with light clothing likely sufficient.
This warm pattern is expected to hold through late March, with only minor changes possible heading into early April.
