Denver, CO – Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop Thursday afternoon across the Front Range, with forecasters warning that some may intensify into severe storms capable of producing large hail and damaging wind gusts.
According to the National Weather Service Denver/Boulder, the strongest activity is projected between 2 p.m. and 9 p.m., with areas east of the mountains, particularly around the Palmer Divide and eastern plains, facing elevated risk. A marginal severe weather threat has been issued, with the highest probability of storms in northern Weld County.
Residents in affected areas, including Denver, Fort Collins, Greeley, and Castle Rock, are urged to stay weather-aware and have multiple methods of receiving alerts. The potential for damaging winds and hail could impact evening commutes and outdoor plans. The severe weather threat is part of a larger system that will usher in a cold front overnight, dropping temperatures significantly by Friday.
The National Weather Service advises taking shelter indoors if a warning is issued and securing outdoor objects that could become projectiles in high wind. Thursday’s storms are expected to clear by late evening, with cooler, more stable air moving in through Friday.
