Denver weather: Cooldown with rain and snow showers coming to start the week
DENVER (KDVR) — It will be warm and breezy for most of the day Sunday in Denver’s weather. The high country will get a few rounds of scattered snow showers mixing in with rain, especially in the valleys.
Some of those showers will transition into rain and will push into the Denver metro area by Sunday night, ultimately mixing with some snow Monday.
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A fire weather warning will be in effect Sunday for southeast Colorado due to dry conditions and strong wind gusts.
This could lead to rapid fire spread, so avoid outdoor burning or any activity that could result in a spark and start a fire.
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Weather today: Mostly sunny with gusty winds
Sunday is starting off chilly with sunshine and temperatures in the 30s and 40s.
This is accompanied by mostly sunny skies and breezy conditions by the afternoon. High temperatures will return to the middle to upper 60s, which is above average for this time of year.
Snow showers will pick up in the high country on Sunday afternoon. Some of those snow showers will transition to rain and spill into the Front Range by the evening and overnight.
Weather tonight: Rain and snow showers
Rain is expected to mix with snow as temperatures sink down into the middle to lower 30s. While the Pinpoint Weather team is forecasting a wintry mix, little to no accumulation is expected along the Front Range.
It will also be breezy with winds out of the northeast between 10-20 mph.
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Looking ahead: Sunny and dry starting Tuesday
Sunshine returns to the forecast on Tuesday and will aid in a warming trend.
Temperatures will climb from highs in the 40s Monday, to 50s Tuesday, then 60s on Wednesday. By Thursday and Friday, Denver is on track for the first 70-degree day of the year.
The Pinpoint Weather team is tracking the next weather system that is set to move into the Front Range by the end of this week. As of right now, it only looks like there is a chance of rain showers in Denver, but of course, it is early, so check back for updates.
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