Author: Ben Castellani (Page 289 of 358)

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.

DayCAST: Wed 04/19/17

April 19, 2017 / Ben Castellani

For today, expect mostly sunny skies across the Denver Metro area with gusty northwest downslope. Winds will be strongest in an near the Foothills this morning (~45 mph), but conditions still remain breezy into the afternoon for the entire region, with gusts nearing 25-30 mph at times. Some snow will be falling this morning in the western Mountains near Steamboat, …

“Late Season Snow” contest entries are in, winners to be determined May 31st

April 18, 2017 / Ben Castellani

Thanks to everyone who entered our “2017 Late Season Snow” contest. We briefly review the entries. Not surprisingly, most of you are less than optimistic for additional snowfall by the end of May.

DayCAST: Tue 04/18/17

April 18, 2017 / Ben Castellani

Today will be very similar to yesterday. Temperatures should be very warm, soaring into the mid to upper 70's again. There will be a mix of clouds and sun, compliments of some elevated moisture embedded in the southwest flow. A weak system will skirt to our north tonight bringing cooler weather and gusty conditions tomorrow, but no precipitation. Finally, the late-week …

This week in weather: April 17, 2017

April 17, 2017 / Ben Castellani

After an extended period of meteorological tranquility, unsettled weather returns this week as a couple of systems are projected to impact the region. We discuss warm temperatures, windy conditions, and a late-week spring storm that bares watching for widespread rain and snow. Read on for all the details in our weekly outlook.

DayCAST: Sun 04/16/17

April 16, 2017 / Ben Castellani

Happy Easter! A great travel day to get to all your family outings today. Expect a high near 70 degrees with partly cloudy skies. The first half of the week ahead will be quiet. However, something is grabbing our interest late-week. More on this potential storm system in our weekly outlook tomorrow.

DayCAST: Sat 04/15/17

April 15, 2017 / Ben Castellani

A weak system and associated cold front moved through overnight (remember those few clouds last evening?). We'll be cooler today, but not cold by any means. Highs will be in the mid 60's, with just a few afternoon and evening clouds. Sunday's will have very similar weather, albeit a couple degrees warmer.

DayCAST: Fri 04/14/17

April 14, 2017 / Ben Castellani

Happy Friday everyone! Today caps off a week of dry and warm weather with yet another day in the 70's. As we detailed in yesterday's forecast, a few severe storms are possible north and east of Denver this evening, with large hail the biggest threat. We'll go with 5-10% chance of a brief storm in Denver Metro after 6PM this …