Denver, CO – A blast of mid-August heat will grip Denver and much of northeast Colorado on Wednesday, pushing temperatures close to 97°F and marking the hottest stretch of the week. Residents should plan for limited outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, especially those sensitive to heat.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, sunny skies and light winds will dominate through midweek, with only isolated showers possible in mountain areas today. The I-25 corridor, including Denver, will remain dry and hot through Thursday, with gusty winds developing in the evenings.
The heat wave will ease slightly by Friday as moisture begins to increase, bringing a chance for scattered showers and thunderstorms, especially over the mountains. Storm chances will grow into the weekend, offering some relief from the persistent dryness. Outdoor plans later this week should account for shifting conditions, with Thursday night marking the first small window for rain in the Denver metro.
Warnings for excessive heat are not in place, but hydration, sun protection, and limiting strenuous afternoon activity remain key. Storm chances are expected to expand late week, with additional advisories possible.
Five Day Forecast for Denver, CO
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 88°F, low 62°F. Light evening winds.
- Wednesday: Sunny and hot, high 96°F, low 64°F. Gusts to 16 mph.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 97°F, low 63°F. Slight chance of showers late.
- Friday: Partly sunny with scattered thunderstorms, high 94°F, low 63°F.
- Saturday: Partly sunny with storm chances, high 92°F, low 62°F.
