Grand Junction, CO – Intense July heat grips western Colorado Sunday as Grand Junction braces for a string of triple-digit days starting today.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Junction, temperatures will soar to 98°F Sunday, then rise steadily, peaking near 103°F by Wednesday. A high-pressure ridge will dominate the region, keeping skies mostly clear and rain chances low through Thursday.
Mesa County residents, especially those traveling along I-70, should prepare for heat-related impacts including vehicle overheating, dehydration, and increased wildfire risk. Limit outdoor activity to early morning or late evening hours, and make sure pets and livestock have access to shade and water.
From Grand Junction to the Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus, communities across northwest Colorado and southeast Utah will feel the heat build through midweek. While conditions remain mostly dry, isolated afternoon storms are possible along the Divide, which could spark lightning or flash flooding in high terrain.
Utilities may see increased demand during peak afternoon hours, and energy conservation is encouraged. Spotter activation is not expected, but residents should monitor for any sudden fire weather advisories if dry lightning emerges.
🔥 5-Day Forecast for Grand Junction (July 6–11):
- Sunday: Sunny and hot, high near 98°F
- Monday: Mostly clear, high 98°F, low 67°F
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 101°F, low 68°F
- Wednesday: Hotter, high 103°F, low 70°F
- Thursday: High around 101°F, mostly sunny
