DENVER, Colo. – Colorado’s fall chill is making a quick comeback as cooler air pushes into the Front Range Thursday, bringing a brief chance of showers before crisp, sunny weather dominates the weekend. Early Friday may bring patchy frost north of I-76, followed by clear skies and bright afternoons across metro Denver.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, southerly winds will increase Thursday afternoon with gusts up to 40 mph across the plains before easing by evening. A weak cold front will drop temperatures overnight, bringing a sharper chill to areas around Greeley, Longmont, and Fort Morgan. Residents should protect outdoor plants and prepare for cooler morning air before the next warm-up begins.
Friday and Saturday turn sunny and calm, with highs climbing back into the upper 60s to mid-70s—perfect for hiking along the Flatirons, enjoying fall colors in the foothills, or visiting pumpkin patches near Arvada and Golden. Sunday looks even warmer, pushing toward the upper 70s under light winds and clear skies.
Travelers heading west on I-70 or north on I-25 can expect excellent driving conditions through the weekend, though early morning fog may briefly impact visibility in low-lying areas. After a breezy Thursday, Denver’s fall weather settles into one of its best stretches of the season—bright, dry, and mild heading into next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Denver, CO:
Thu: 68/41 – Breezy; slight chance of showers.
Fri: 67/41 – Sunny; cool morning, light breeze.
Sat: 65/38 – Bright and clear; classic fall day.
Sun: 76/46 – Warm and sunny; great outdoor weather.
Mon: 73/43 – Mostly sunny; calm start to week.
