DENVER, Colo. – Colorado’s calm fall stretch ends late this week as a Pacific front sweeps across the Rockies, stirring up showers, gusty winds, and a quick cool-down. The system will drop temperatures by nearly 15 degrees between Thursday and Saturday, signaling fall’s firmer grip on the Front Range.
According to the National Weather Service in Denver/Boulder, isolated showers may develop Thursday afternoon, with gusts up to 25 mph possible along I-25 and I-70 corridors. The front’s arrival Thursday night brings much cooler air, setting up frost and near-freeze potential for some northern plains and foothill communities by early Saturday morning. Drivers should watch for slick spots from light rainfall Thursday evening, especially during the evening commute between Golden, Boulder, and Castle Rock.
Friday will stay breezy but clearer as sunshine returns, though highs will linger in the 60s—well below mid-October averages. Saturday and Sunday bring crisp fall perfection, with chilly mornings and clear, dry afternoons—ideal for leaf-peeping, pumpkin patches, and outdoor events across the metro area.
Residents planning outdoor setups or Halloween decorations should secure lightweight items before Thursday’s winds arrive. Gardeners and ranchers north of Denver should prepare for potential frost impacts early Saturday. Warmer, calmer air will gradually rebuild by Monday, returning highs to near 70°.
Colorado’s signature fall weather rollercoaster continues—sunshine to storms, and back again—all in just three days.
Five-Day Forecast for Denver, CO:
Wed: 80/50 – Sunny; southwest wind 10–15 mph.
Thu: 65/40 – Scattered showers; breezy, cooler evening.
Fri: 65/40 – Mostly sunny; crisp fall air.
Sat: 68/40 – Clear and cool; light morning frost possible.
Sun: 74/46 – Sunny and mild; pleasant fall day.
