Denver weather: Afternoon storm chances move in Wednesday

DENVER (KDVR) — After some morning sunshine, chances for storms push through later on Wednesday as a cold front sweeps through. Highs will hit the 70-degree mark in the Denver weather forecast.

Weather today: Afternoon storms

The middle of the week begins with sunshine on Wednesday morning. But as a cold front sweeps across the state, Denver will get some afternoon storms.

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Snow is expected in the higher elevations with minimal accumulation. Highs will be around 70 degrees with a brisk wind.

Pinpoint Weather: Daily forecast on May 1
Pinpoint Weather: Daily forecast on May 1

Weather tonight: Gradual clearing

Skies will slowly clear Wednesday night as winds become lighter. Overnight lows will feel cooler but are actually close to seasonal averages in the upper 30s.

Pinpoint Weather: Overnight forecast on May 1
Pinpoint Weather: Overnight forecast on May 1

Looking ahead: Spotty showers, nicer weekend

Thursday is slightly cooler and a degree or two below average in the low 60s. Denver could see a spotty shower in the afternoon, but chances are better on the plains.

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Friday is similar with partly cloudy skies and the chance for a spotty shower. Friday will also be breezy, but highs are mild in the mid-60s.

Pinpoint Weather: Weekend forecast from May 4-5
Pinpoint Weather: Weekend forecast from May 4-5

The weekend starts with a mix of sun and clouds on Saturday. Highs on Saturday will be in the upper 60s with a light breeze.

Sunday is a much nicer day with partly to mainly sunny skies and highs in the upper 70s.

Pinpoint Weather 7-day forecast for Denver on May 1
Pinpoint Weather 7-day forecast for Denver on May 1

Denver will be a bit cooler, but still above average on Monday as highs hit 70 degrees with partly sunny skies. Tuesday stays in the lower 70s with more sunshine.

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