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Beautiful Saturday, Wintry Mix Sunday Night, Thanksgiving Snow?
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Quite an up and down November so far – this weekend will trend on the side of warm and dry, but you can see it clear as day on the extended forecast... big-time winter cold likely awaits as we turn the page into the Thanksgiving holiday. For your Saturday, don't expect any curveballs! Get out...
on Sat, 8PM
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Denver Weather: Sharply colder as wind gusts Tuesday try to blow through a bit of snow
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Tuesday will be the coldest day this week, and wind gusts over 30mph will add to the cold bite from the air. Expect temperatures in the 30s, but wind chills in the teens and 20s. Here's an hourly look at the timeline for Denver with temperatures on top and chances for precipitation on the...
on Tue, 1AM
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The system that impacted our state over the course of really about 5 days over the last week has finally moved on, but in its wake many Front Range communities and especially those living across the Eastern Plains of Colorado are digging out of the biggest November snowfall since 1983, and for...
on Nov 10
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Wednesday AM update: Snow continues off and on all day, Advisory for Denver through 11pm
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Denver logged its first official snowfall of the season yesterday with 2.3 inches of snow recorded at Denver International Airport through midnight last night. We've obviously added to that total since then, and will continue to put a bit more snow on top of current totals today, with on and...
on Nov 6
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Winter Weather Advisory in place west of Denver, some snow possible for the Mile High City
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As we opined in yesterday's update [https://www.weather5280.com/2024/11/02/colorado-weather-next-system-on-the-way-more-rain-snow-and-chilly-temps-in-the-forecast] , the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Winter Advisory for the higher terrain west of Denver. It goes into effect at 8pm...
on Nov 3
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Colorado weather: Next system on the way... more rain, snow, and chilly temps in the forecast!
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I hope everyone is settling in nicely to our rather active weather pattern that has established itself across much of the CONUS as we kick off November. While we haven't seen a storm quite get its act together yet for those of us along the urban corridor and Front Range, it's hard to look at...
on Nov 2
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Denver weather: FAQ for Halloween Week 2024
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Here is a guide to the weather through Halloween for the Denver area. 1. When will Denver see its first freeze of the season? Denver officially hit 32°F on October 25th, marking its first freeze of the season. This is about two weeks later than the average first freeze date for the city....
on Oct 29
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Colorado weather: Cooling off for Halloween week; who sees rain and snow and how much
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Denver finally hit the freezing mark on Friday, with DIA logging 32°F a good two weeks later than average for the first freeze for the city. Despite the warm start this morning, we've got a shot at a stretch of sub-freezing overnight lows on the horizon, and a potentially hard freeze by Thursday...
on Oct 28
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Denver Weather: Temperatures near record highs before a "classic" Halloween cooldown
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Denver's fall has been quite warm thus far; 1.5° warmer than any other period on record since the 1800s, and the warmth continues through early next week as daily highs approach records. Here is a look at the city's average temperature from September 1st through October 22nd with the peak being...
on Oct 24
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Denver Weather: Record heat during weekend may strike again this week
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Temperatures warmed into the 90s Sunday setting a daily record, and tying a record for 3rd latest occurrence of a 90° day in a calendar year. Denver may not be done with record heat this week, although a "cold" front will arrive today. Record-setting on a number of tallies: Sunday's high hit...
on Sep 30
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As we discussed in our last post, Thursday hit the 90s, a record-setting temperature for the date and the 8th latest occurrence of a 90° day on record. That record for the latest 90° days in a calendar year since the 1800s may see a very late 90° arrival this Sunday and perhaps the middle...
on Sep 27
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Denver Weather: Heating up, nearing latest 90° day on record
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Following the weekend rain, snow, and cooler weather we have a dose of heat coming this week. As temperatures warm to the 90s Thursday, is it uncommonly late in the year to hit the 90s? No, but it's pushing the limit - more on that in a moment. Here's a quick recap of the weekend moisture, for...
on Sep 24
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Colorado Weather: An active 48 hours sets trend for the rest of the week
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A number of showers and thunderstorms will cross the state through Wednesday morning. This is the beginning of a more active weather period which will include a more significant cool down with snow chances as Luke discussed in yesterday's post. Colorado weather: Fall cold front next weekend?So...
on Sep 16
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Snow headed to RMNP, rain to parts of Denver metro area
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There will be a system sliding through the next couple of days which will increase chances for showers and will drop temperatures a bit. For the mountains, we could see some snowfall on those peaks! First a timeline if you prefer the hourly chart, followed by a statewide animation to walk you...
on Sep 3
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Colorado Ski Season start dates fast approaching
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Meteorological Fall began on Sunday (September 1st) which mean ski season is headed to the Colorado Rockies! Below is a list of projected start dates: Resorts suggest planning out trips now, rather than later, to ensure lodging/rentals. It's a great way to save too, because prices tend to tick...
on Sep 2
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Colorado Weather: Cooler with widespread thunderstorms
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Quite a few thunderstorms will hit the state today, starting in the mountains and then an increase of storm activity around Denver and on the plains later today. Of the threats, heavy rainfall and isolated flooding is first followed by a hail and wind threat (perhaps a tornado) from the storms...
on Aug 23
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Denver Weather: Flood watch issued again for parts of the city and Front Range
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Although I had some rain, even a good clap of thunder with rainfall early this morning, I could use some more - I just don't want too much all at once and that is a risk from today's thunderstorms should you be hit by one. There could also be a higher risk of hail in today's storms. Today's...
on Aug 13
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Denver Weather: Flood watch issued as storms develop
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If you looked west during your lunch hour, you no doubt saw thunderstorms developing. These will move into the metro area later today, bringing a risk of excessive rainfall, which could result in some flooding. Let's begin with that threat - flooding. If your county is shaded here, your risk...
on Aug 12
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Denver Weather: 25-degree drop comes with risk of heavy rainfall and flooding
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Today's storms will be scattered, with some at risk of becoming severe, but tomorrow and Friday's storms will be widespread, increasing the risk of flooding as temperatures drop more than 20 degrees in many areas. For today, it'll be a hot one with storm chances shown below. The more...
on Aug 7
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Colorado Weather: Fire danger spikes as near-record temperatures return to Denver area
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The Alexander Mountain Fire reminds us just how dry and hot this summer has been, and although we hope this fire is quickly extinguished and no new ones ignite, the weather conditions are prime for that type of activity. This week, near-record temperatures will be felt across the region,...
on Jul 31
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Another Colorado heat wave on tap this week
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After some rain and cooler temps on Friday and Saturday, we're going to see a return of more summer heat on Sunday—mid-to-upper 90s look aplenty for the Front Range. We'll also have some gusty winds (20-35 mph) out of the west. Some scattered fire danger is also possible. Here are high/low...
on Jul 28
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Colorado Weather: Smoke-filled air may improve some with late week rain
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The air quality is terrible again today, but there is a bit of improvement ahead to end the week. The longer-term concern will be the control of fires in the Northwestern U.S. and Canada and how much smoke improvement we may see in our sky. Let's start with the smoke forecast. I've overlaid...
on Jul 26
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Denver Weather: Cooler and potentially wet with thunderstorm activity through Sunday night
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Saturday had some impressively heavy rainfall on parts of the Front Range and elsewhere in Colorado. Weather5280 picked up 0.98" in 30 minutes Saturday night. There are additional storms carrying heavy rainfall expected today, plus Sunday will be a cooler day with only 70s for highs. Let's do a...
on Jul 21
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Denver Weather: Uptick in storms expected today, cooler too, a weekend peek
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Below average temperatures for a change today, plus we will see an uptick in storms around the metro area. In terms of chances, there is a definite focus of storminess for Southern Colorado and Plains east of the city. For timing, the metro area has its highest chance of a storm from 1 to 5...
on Jul 17
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If you did not receive rain Monday, you have additional chances ahead including today. There may be too much rainfall in isolated cases leading to some flooding but the overall risk associated with tornadoes, wind, and hail are higher over the southeastern corner of the state. Today's chance of...
on Jul 16
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Record heat wave likely this weekend, Boulder fire breaks out
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An intense heat wave is taking hold across Colorado today and into the weekend. We're expecting the potential for 3 or 4 days of 100+ in Denver. A stretch like that has only occurred 6 times in since records have been kept since 1872. The "official" record at DIA which dates back to 1994 has...
on Jul 12
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Denver Weather: Heatwave expected through the weekend, multiple records possible
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Hot and mostly dry weather will arrive by and will stick around through the weekend. For Denver, three daily record temperatures may fall with 100°s expected three straight days. Here are the forecast highs for points around the region. Now, take that image and see how far from record high...
on Jul 10
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Denver area weather: Storms electrify your afternoon and evening plans
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There are storms floating around, mostly over the Castle Rock area, as of 4 p.m. The chance for storms around the metro area continues through the early evening. What's the worry? Lightning will be pretty legit for a time, plus severe wind and hail threats. For the mountains, a steady supply...
on Jun 30
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Denver Weather: A guide to your weekend weather
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Periodic storms will grab attention today through Sunday, with large hail and damaging wind being the primary threat Friday for the northeastern corner of the state. Gusty wind will be possible throughout the weekend for the Denver area, where temperatures will be coolest Saturday. Let's...
on Jun 28
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Denver Weather: Stormy for city, severe weather risks cover Colorado
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The number of storms that likely impact the state today will increase markedly and many of us have a risk of damage from severe storms. Thankfully, Wednesday's activity didn't produce much by way of severity and we can hope the same for today but I'm prepared with my hail cover just the...
on Jun 28
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Denver weather: Severe weather develops, watch may be issued this afternoon
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UPDATE: As of 3pm, thunderstorm development is increasing and there is consideration for a severe thunderstorm watch issuance for the metro areas. Conditions are being watched closely to see if any alerts need be issued. ORIGINAL POST: Tuesday hit 100°, the first triple digits since August...
on Jun 26
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Denver Weather: City hits 100° first time since 2022, storms on the horizon
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As of 3pm, Denver was sitting at 99° - the record for today is 105° (the hottest temperature ever recorded officially here), with storms in the distance to offer a brief cooldown for a few folks. EDIT: As of 4pm, Denver officially hit 100° this afternoon. This is the first 100° day since...
on Jun 25
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Monday weather: Heightened risk of tornadoes across NE CO today, hot & windy in Denver metro area
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The northeastern corner of Colorado has a higher risk of tornadoes today than recent thunderstorm days. This risk is up to 5% from near Sterling toward North Platte, NE. 5% may not sound like much, but it is a significant chance when discussing tornadoes. What does this mean for Denver? Today,...
on Jun 25
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Heat Advisory in place through Tuesday for Denver metro area
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Temperatures climbed into the upper 90s on Sunday and are forecast to do so again today and tomorrow before perhaps shaving a few degrees off highs on Wednesday. The heat has been much...
on Jun 25
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Denver Weather: Severe storm threat includes chance of damaging hail and tornadoes
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Friday will be cooler, with potentially severe thunderstorms arriving in the afternoon. With these storms comes a risk of damaging hail and wind, so a good idea to have your garden covers ready. Here is the overall look at the odds of getting a thunderstorm today. From that, the areas with...
on Jun 25
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Colorado Weather: Denver's poor air quality, Colorado Springs under Heat Advisory
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Record-setting heat returns Thursday across the state, with poor air quality across the Denver metro area and Northern Front Range. Friday, however, offers a stormier outlook which will cool us off a bit. Wednesday, Denver hit 97° adding to the record books for the date. The last time the city...
on Jun 25
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Denver Weather: Guide to Monday's storms, when, where, and how bad are they going to be
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Saturday was a significantly busy day of tracking severe thunderstorms over the Plains, Sunday was a bit quieter but the South Metro including Castle Rock got whacked around dinner time with flooding and hail. So, what's the 'skinny' on today's storms? Here's the where, when, and how...
on Jun 24
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Denver Weather: Severe thunderstorm watch issued, covers metro areas and plains
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A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the Denver area, Front Range, and plains through Saturday evening. For Denver, the most likely time for severe weather happens in the next couple of hours, through 7pm for the Eastern Plains. Here is a map of the counties under the alert: This...
on Jun 23
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Denver weather: Back to heat and bad air quality... oh joy!
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After several stormy and cooler days, we become drier and hotter the rest of the week – throw in lousy air quality too. During the past week, we have had some impressive rainfall totals but there have also been a number of damaging hail reports - mine included. Here's a look at the total...
on Jun 11
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Hot on Friday; An increased chance of storms and cooler on the way for the weekend to Colorado
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An uptick in precipitation chances across the region area expected as we head into the weekend. This is true just about statewide, but in particular for the Front Range foothills and adjacent plains – with only an isolated storm chance today (and quite warm) but better chances for storms as we...
on Jun 9
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Colorado weather: Thursday's chances for damaging thunderstorms
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Although isolated, some of us have been hit with thunderstorms for the past two days, and today brings additional chances for storms. There is a chance of damaging thunderstorms today, albeit that chance is highest east of I-25. The primary threats today will be wind and hail. Let's begin with...
on May 30
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Colorado weather: Active finish to May and start to June?
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While we've had some severe storms in Colorado this spring, and some have been pretty rough, we haven't seen a lot of severe weather. However, we are entering the traditional peak severe weather time for eastern Colorado. Historically speaking, the next 30-45 days is the peak of severe weather...
on May 26
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Denver Weather: A guide to your weekend weather includes thunderstorms and cooler temperatures
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We are almost to the weekend, and although Thursday is very warm (near 80°) and mostly dry, we do have cooler temperatures and increased storm chances going through the next few days. Let's take a look at how these changes may affect your weekend plans including Memorial Day - Monday does look...
on May 23
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Denver Weather: Storms firing up and you could be in for a wet afternoon and evening
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It's Tuesday afternoon and the radar is starting to see some thunderstorms, with many more expected during the coming hours. Let's take a look at what you can expect today and Wednesday in terms of these rain chances. Radar as of 12:52: Let's go forward - an animation to show you the...
on May 14
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Denver Weather: Winter weather advisory nearby as snow drops to 6,000ft
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There's an unsettled weather pattern continuing today, and this will be the case right through the weekend with daily chances for rain and thunderstorms - oh, and snow for some too. Those with the snow chances are the western and southern fringes of the Denver metro area, and in the ranges just...
on May 9
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Denver Weather: Wind drops, along with temperatures which may hit freezing for us tonight
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The wind has been decreasing Tuesday compared to the nasty stuff we had the past two days. As we continue to calm a bit today into tonight, temperatures will cool down to near freezing and below, a threat to you if you've already charged your irrigation systems and have early-season plants....
on May 7
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Denver Weather: Wind today, a freeze to follow
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There's enough wind to go around, it can stop now but won't. Oh, and let's throw in a late-season freeze, too, shall we?! There's an active alerts map to show you with the wind concerns being primarily today, and then a possible freeze for Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. What's the setup?...
on May 6
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Hey folks, a brief update for this weekend: we figured we'd let you know about a storm system on approach. This will go well to the north keeping most of us dry, but does lead to gusty wind along the Front Range. Upper level pattern around noon Saturday, Pacific storm crashing...
on May 3
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Wednesday AM update: April downpours bring May showers?
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And oh what an April it was for northeast Colorado thanks in large part to last week's super-soaker delivered plentiful moisture to the region. Precipitation totals from 1 to 2"+ from Fort Collins south to Pueblo, with much of the state seeing at least SOME precipitation from that storm aside...
on May 1
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What a wet system this one has been! Heavy thunderstorms, some severe last night, across the Front Range and plains, delivered significant rain and some hail. Throughout the night, another push of heavy rain arrived and there is snow mixing in with that rainfall for areas of Douglas, Elbert, and...
on Apr 27