Denver, CO – Unseasonably warm weather swept across the Front Range Sunday as Denver officially tied a long-standing temperature record, reaching 79°F on March 29.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, the high temperature matches previous records set on the same date in 1879, 1943, and 1967. The milestone highlights an early-season surge of warmth more typical of late spring than late March.
The near-80-degree reading brought sunshine and dry conditions across Denver and surrounding areas, including Jefferson and Adams counties, drawing residents outdoors but also raising seasonal concerns. Warm, dry air combined with breezy conditions can elevate fire danger across parts of eastern Colorado, especially in grassy and open areas.
Meteorologists say while brief warm spells are not uncommon in Colorado’s variable climate, tying a record that has stood for nearly 150 years underscores the intensity of this particular system.
The above-average temperatures are expected to shift in the coming days, with cooler air and more typical spring conditions likely returning early this week. Travelers and commuters should monitor changing forecasts, especially as temperature swings can impact road conditions in higher elevations west of the Denver metro.
Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, limit outdoor burning, and remain aware of rapidly changing weather patterns common this time of year.
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