Denver, CO – Colorado faces a volatile spring weather pattern this week, with a Fire Weather Watch in effect Thursday, followed by a return to snow and rain. Areas along and south of the I-70 corridor, including Denver, South Park, and the Palmer Divide, will experience elevated fire danger due to strong winds and low humidity.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, the Fire Weather Watch is active from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday. Wind gusts could reach 40 mph, with relative humidity dipping as low as 9 percent in some areas. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged, and residents should secure flammable materials and remain alert for updates or possible Red Flag Warnings.
Thursday will bring sunshine and highs near 73°F across the Front Range. Breezy southwest winds will shift to the northwest later in the day. By Thursday night, a significant system moves in, bringing a 90% chance of rain and snow. Gusts could persist overnight as the front moves east.
The forecast ahead:
- Friday: High near 39°F with 80% chance of snow.
- Friday Night: Snow lingers with gusty winds; temps fall to 30°F.
- Saturday: Chance of snow/rain early, then mostly sunny and 48°F.
- Sunday (Easter): Partly cloudy, warmer with a high of 63°F.
- Monday: Slight chance of showers, high around 70°F.
