Denver, Colo. – Colorado will heat up again Thursday as warm, dry, and gusty conditions increase fire danger across the I-25 corridor and northeastern plains. State officials urge residents to avoid outdoor burning and secure loose equipment as elevated fire risk develops.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, Thursday will bring highs near 89 degrees with breezy northeast winds gusting up to 20 mph. The combination of warm air, low humidity, and steady winds could quickly spread any new fires. Authorities caution drivers along Interstate 25 and Highway 36 to remain alert, as roadside sparks can ignite grass and brush.
Thursday evening will stay mostly cloudy, with temperatures falling into the mid-50s. By Friday, conditions shift as clouds increase and a 30 percent chance of afternoon thunderstorms develops across metro Denver. The unsettled weather pattern lingers into the weekend, with additional storm chances late Saturday and scattered showers expected Sunday.
Residents planning outdoor activities, football games, or weekend travel should prepare for changing skies and cooler air. Keep rain gear close for late-night events, and use caution on wet roads if showers arrive.
More advisories may be issued if fire weather or storm threats intensify. Stay tuned for updates from the National Weather Service through early next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Denver, Colo.:
- Thursday: Sunny, breezy, high near 89. Low around 56.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, 30% chance of storms after noon. High 76, low 53.
- Saturday: Slight chance of storms late. High 82, low 56.
- Sunday: Showers likely. High near 83, low around 55.
- Monday: Partly sunny, slight storm chance. High 82, low around 55.
