Denver, CO – Spring warmth in Colorado may bring more danger than comfort this week, as Denver braces for elevated fire risk Wednesday. Breezy winds combined with low humidity are prompting a weather alert across northeast Colorado, especially near the I-76 corridor and Wyoming-Nebraska border.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, dry conditions and gusty winds will peak Wednesday and Sunday, pushing fire danger to near-critical levels. Wednesday will see sunshine and highs around 71°F, with northwest winds reaching 23 mph. By Saturday, Denver may hit 80°F—potentially tying or breaking spring records.
Residents are urged to avoid outdoor burning and use caution near grassy areas and open fields. Those traveling along U.S. Highway 85 and Interstate 76 should be especially cautious, as gusty winds and dry brush may create flare-up conditions.
Five-Day Forecast for Denver:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 71°F. Winds 10-23 mph. Fire danger remains elevated.
- Thursday: Mostly clear, high near 68°F, calmer winds.
- Friday: Sunny, dry, high around 80°F.
- Saturday: Near 85°F, mostly sunny. Warmest day of the week.
- Sunday: High fire risk returns. Winds pick up again. Sunny with a high near 79°F.
Fire crews remain on alert through the weekend. Spotter activation is not expected, but conditions can shift quickly. Keep updated via weather.gov/bou for any changes.
Reminder: Fire risk is highest during breezy afternoons. Stay weather-aware and avoid any outdoor burning until further notice.
