Denver, CO – Very hot temperatures are set to grip Colorado starting today and extending through the weekend, with highs predicted to soar into the 100-105 degree range. This extreme heat will affect the I-25 Corridor and surrounding plains.
According to the US National Weather Service Denver/Boulder, residents should prepare for a prolonged stretch of near-record high temperatures, with the peak expected today and persisting through Sunday. Notably, Denver is forecasted to reach 101°F on Friday, with slightly lower temperatures on Saturday and Sunday, at 99°F and 100°F respectively.
The NWS advises staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat hours, seeking air-conditioned environments, and checking on elderly or vulnerable populations. Relief is anticipated by Monday, but temperatures will remain above average, with a forecasted high of 94°F. Cooler conditions are expected by Tuesday, bringing more significant relief with a high of 88°F.
Additional cities within Colorado, such as Boulder and Fort Collins, are also facing extreme heat, with highs projected around 102-103°F. Mountain areas like Breckenridge will experience milder temperatures but still warmer than usual, hovering around the low to mid-80s.
