Denver, CO – Drivers across the Front Range may face slowdowns Tuesday as thunderstorms build along I-25 and I-70, bringing the threat of heavy rain and localized flooding. The unsettled weather could affect both morning and evening travel, creating hazards for commuters and early holiday travelers heading into Labor Day weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, scattered storms will form by late morning Tuesday and continue into the evening across Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. Forecasters warn that some storms could produce brief downpours, lightning, and gusty winds up to 40 mph. Areas along the I-25 corridor and foothill communities near Golden and Evergreen may see the highest rainfall rates.
Residents are urged to use caution on slick roads and avoid driving through flooded intersections. Light wind Tuesday morning will shift southeast at 10 to 15 mph as storms develop, with rain chances near 70 percent.
The stormy pattern will linger through midweek with daily showers, before cooler air settles in by Thursday. Friday looks drier, offering a break before another round of spotty showers Saturday. Temperatures will hover in the upper 70s to low 80s most of the week, dropping slightly into the 60s overnight.
While no severe weather outbreaks are currently expected, spotters may be called upon later in the week as conditions evolve. Travelers heading out for Labor Day weekend should monitor updates closely, as scattered storms may still develop in mountain passes and along the Front Range.
Five Day Forecast for Denver, CO
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High 78°F, low 59°F.
- Wednesday: Showers and storms possible. High 80°F, low 59°F.
- Thursday: Showers likely. High 79°F, low 57°F.
- Friday: Partly sunny, slight chance of showers. High 81°F, low 60°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of storms. High 82°F, low 62°F.
