Grand Junction, Colorado – Smoky skies and soaring temperatures will grip Grand Junction on Friday, August 1, with isolated storms threatening brief disruptions near US-50 and I-70.
According to the National Weather Service, Grand Junction will see a high near 95°F Friday, with areas of smoke and a slight chance of thunderstorms between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Winds from the southwest will increase to 15 mph, stirring up dry conditions and reducing air quality.
Travelers should limit time outdoors during peak heat hours and use headlights and air filtration if driving through visible smoke. Friday night turns mostly clear, offering little relief with lows around 65°F.
The weekend continues the summer sizzle. Saturday’s high will reach 97°F, again with a 10% chance of thunderstorms after noon. Sunday looks hotter and drier, with clear skies and highs near 97°F, creating ideal wildfire conditions.
Looking ahead, Monday and Tuesday remain mostly sunny with highs in the mid-90s. Wednesday could bring the next real weather shift, with temperatures approaching 98°F but no strong signal for meaningful rainfall until midweek.
This stretch marks the hottest start to August so far this summer, and while no official warnings are issued, residents should monitor updates and prepare for extended dry heat.
⚠️ More heat and potential smoke impacts are expected through Wednesday, August 6. Stay weather-aware.
