Colorado wakes up to whipping winds rattling fences and drying out the Front Range landscape. Flags snap hard before sunrise, and the air feels unusually mild for December. Conditions are calm enough for now, but they are changing quickly.
Strong west winds continue through the morning across Denver and nearby suburbs. Gusts near 30 mph may impact high-profile vehicles on I-25, I-70, and E-470. Dry air combines with wind to elevate fire weather concerns, especially west of the metro and along the foothills. Avoid outdoor burning and secure loose items early.
Skies stay mostly sunny today, with highs climbing near the upper 50s. Tonight turns cooler, dropping into the low 30s. Winds ease briefly, offering calmer conditions for late travel.
Sunday brings quieter weather to Denver. Sunshine dominates, and highs rise into the low 60s. Roads remain dry, and visibility improves. In the mountains, however, snow continues, especially overnight and into early Sunday. Travelers heading west on I-70 should watch for blowing snow and slick passes.
By Monday, a surprising warm-up arrives. Denver pushes into the low 70s under sunny skies. It will feel more like early fall than winter. Dry conditions persist on the plains, though snow chances remain confined to higher elevations.
Looking toward Christmas travel, the pattern favors mild and dry weather across the metro. Mountain routes may still see periodic snow, creating slowdowns at higher elevations. Rapid temperature swings raise concerns for flash freezing after sunset where snow melts during the day.
Five-Day Outlook – Denver, Colorado
- Today: Windy, mostly sunny, high near 58
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 61
- Monday: Sunny and warm, high near 71
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 65
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 68
