Denver, Colo. – Colorado drivers could face slick roads and reduced visibility along I-25 Friday afternoon as thunderstorms return to the region. Gusty winds up to 30 mph may also create hazards for high-profile vehicles, especially north of Denver. Residents are urged to monitor conditions closely and limit non-essential travel during peak storm activity.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop Friday afternoon across northeast Colorado, with the heaviest activity likely over the foothills. Plains communities, including Denver, Greeley, and Fort Morgan, could see brief downpours by evening. Highs will remain warm in the low 80s, but cooling begins this weekend as storm chances persist.
Saturday brings another round of afternoon storms, though coverage will be more isolated. Sunshine dominates Sunday, delivering a drier and cooler finish to the weekend. Temperatures will dip into the low 80s, easing the stretch of late-summer heat.
Travelers along I-25 and I-70 should be prepared for sudden weather shifts, especially during the afternoon commute hours Friday and Saturday. Carry extra time for delays, and avoid flooded underpasses. Outdoor events should have alternate plans, as lightning and gusty winds could force quick cancellations.
Spotter activation is not expected Thursday night, but forecasters stress that conditions could change rapidly through the weekend. Updates will continue as new advisories are issued.
Five-Day Forecast for Denver, Colorado
- Friday: High 83, partly sunny, scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon. Low 59.
- Saturday: High 81, chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Low 56.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 81. Low 53.
- Monday: Mostly clear, high 83. Low 55.
- Tuesday: Slight chance of showers, partly cloudy, high 80. Low 56.
