DENVER — DENVER — It's official! Denver International Airport hit 97-degrees this afternoon, tying the previous record last set in 1952.
A few storms may drift off the foothills and onto the plains this evening, but they won't bring much moisture or relief from the heat. Otherwise, we're in for mostly clear skies overnight with lows dropping into the lower 60s.
Statewide temperatures will skyrocket again tomorrow as a ridge of high pressure builds in across the state. We'll see low to mid 90s Thursday afternoon along the I-25 corridor. Don't forget the SPF and water if you're spending any time outdoors.
Look for mostly sunny skies Thursday with increasing clouds during the afternoon. If any storms pop up, they'll mainly be east of I-25. Some cells could turn severe with large hail, brief downpours and gusty winds.
An Air Quality Warning is in effect until 4pm Thursday for the Front Range as we're tracking high levels of ozone. If you have respiratory issues like asthma, consider limiting your time outdoors.
A cold front dips into the state late Thursday into Friday, dropping daytime highs to the low to mid 80s Friday. It'll usher in a better chance for more widespread afternoon storms. A few could turn severe, so keep your eyes to the sky! I would keep the cars in the garage if you can.
As this system clears out, it's looking like a warmer and drier Father's Day weekend to come. Highs will return to the low to mid 90s Saturday and Sunday along with mostly sunny skies.
The summery weather pattern sticks around into early next week.
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