The atmosphere is gearing up for a busy stretch in Colorado, and this week’s forecast has a little bit of everything: a juicy monsoon plume to start, a sharp mid‑week dry‑out, and eventually a deep moisture surge tied to a tropical cyclone that could push the state’s moisture levels into rare territory. Whether that translates into meaningful rainfall east of the Continental Divide is the big question — and the answer hinges on timing, storm motion, and whether we can sneak in a well‑placed cold front or two. There’s plenty to watch this week for the Front Range. Let’s dig into the details.

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