Denver, Colorado – Storms could stall your Friday commute in and around Denver as another round of thunderstorms is expected to strike by mid-afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, scattered showers and thunderstorms will build after 3 p.m. Friday, with a few strong cells capable of producing small hail, gusty winds up to 30 mph, and brief heavy rain. Calm conditions early in the day will give way to stormier skies after noon. Drivers along I-25 and I-70 should remain alert for fast-developing downpours and reduced visibility late Friday afternoon.
Friday evening may bring additional isolated storms before skies clear by midnight. The weekend looks significantly calmer. Saturday and Sunday will bring warmer, drier air with highs in the low 80s and light winds. Saturday’s skies will be sunny, while Sunday holds a 30% chance of afternoon showers and storms, mainly after 3 p.m.
Looking ahead, Monday stays mostly clear with highs near 78°F. A more active pattern may return Tuesday and Wednesday, with chances of afternoon thunderstorms both days.
Stay weather-aware Friday afternoon and consider delaying travel if thunderstorms intensify. Keep phones charged and avoid open areas during lightning. Rainfall may briefly flood low-lying streets.
Five-Day Forecast for Denver (June 5–10):
- Thursday: Showers and storms after 3 p.m., high 73°F
- Friday: Thunderstorms likely by 3 p.m., high 70°F
- Saturday: Sunny, high 82°F
- Sunday: Slight chance of PM storms, high 79°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 78°F
- Tuesday: Afternoon storms possible, high 83°F
