Denver, CO – Colorado residents can expect a sunny start to October, but a shift toward wetter conditions may impact weekend plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, clear skies and warm afternoons will dominate Wednesday and Thursday. Highs are expected to reach the low to mid-80s, with light winds. However, forecasters caution that Friday, Oct. 3, could bring scattered showers, especially along the Front Range and mountain communities. Anyone traveling or planning outdoor activities should prepare for possible delays and slippery conditions.
Wednesday will remain sunny with a high near 80°F. Thursday looks even warmer, with highs reaching 84°F under mostly clear skies. By Friday, conditions begin to change. Clouds will increase, and temperatures will dip slightly into the upper 70s. Rain chances build Friday evening into Saturday, when cooler highs near 78°F and scattered showers may affect local events and travel.
Looking ahead, Sunday and Monday will keep a chance of showers in the forecast, though drier, sunnier breaks are possible between systems.
Five-Day Forecast Highlights:
- Wednesday, Oct. 1: Sunny, high 80°F.
- Thursday, Oct. 2: Mostly sunny, high 84°F.
- Friday, Oct. 3: Partly cloudy, showers possible, high 78°F.
- Saturday, Oct. 4: Showers likely, high 78°F.
- Sunday, Oct. 5: Chance of showers, high near 68°F.
Residents preparing for fall decorations or early Halloween activities should take advantage of midweek sunshine before wetter conditions arrive.
