Denver, CO – Denver is bracing for a sweltering Thursday with temperatures near 97°F and a slight chance of late-day thunderstorms that could bring gusty winds. The combination of extreme heat and spotty storms could impact outdoor activities, especially for those in the I-25 Corridor.
According to the National Weather Service in Boulder, sunshine will dominate most of Thursday, but isolated storms may develop after 3 p.m., bringing brief downpours and wind gusts up to 20 mph. The heat index will make conditions feel even hotter, prompting health officials to remind residents to stay hydrated and limit strenuous outdoor work during peak afternoon hours.
While Thursday holds the week’s highest heat risk, Friday will bring slightly cooler highs in the mid-90s with a better chance of showers and storms, particularly in the evening. Storm activity may linger into Saturday before drier weather takes hold early next week.
If you have outdoor plans Thursday, consider shifting them to the morning or early evening, and keep an eye on the sky for sudden storm development.
Five Day Forecast for Denver, CO:
- Wednesday: Sunny, hot. High 97°F, low 64°F
- Thursday: Sunny, hot with late-day storm chance. High 97°F, low 64°F
- Friday: Mostly sunny, chance of evening storms. High 94°F, low 63°F
- Saturday: Partly sunny, scattered storms. High 92°F, low 62°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, slight storm chance. High 93°F, low 63°F
