Author: Ben Castellani (Page 10 of 290)

Ben grew up in southwestern Pennsylvania and holds both a bachelor's and a master's degree in Meteorology, the latter being from CU Boulder. His hometown received nearly three feet of snow from the Storm of the Century back in March of 1993, sparking his initial interest in impactful weather. Ben currently works on remote sensing and data analysis software at NV5 Geospatial Software in Boulder.

This Week in Colorado Weather: June 9, 2025

Get ready for a classic early summer setup—plenty of warmth, a hint of storm potential, a bit of wildfire smoke, and maybe even the year’s first 90-degree day(s) for the Front Range. While the week starts off dry and sunny, a few scattered storms will make an appearance midweek, adding a little variety to the forecast. By the weekend, the heat cranks up as a strong ridge sends hot air northward into Colorado.

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May 2025 Graphical Weather Review: Lush landscapes, Foothills snow, and tornadoes, oh my!

May 2025 brought cool, rainy days to the Front Range, nurturing lush, green landscapes ahead of what is expected to be a hot and dry summer. The month also featured striking weather events, including a few picturesque tornadoes nearby and multiple rounds of snow blanketing the high Foothills. Here’s a quick and colorful graphical recap of our weather during May and how it relates to climatology.

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