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Monsoon set to make triumphant return early next week

July 15, 2016 / Ben Castellani

This afternoon’s thundershowers were a welcomed reminder of what July in Colorado could and should be like, weather which we have been hoping for over the last few weeks. Thankfully, Mother Nature has a few promising changes in-store for the near-future, beginning early next week with the resurgence of monsoon moisture to the region.

This week in weather: July 11, 2016

July 11, 2016 / Ben Castellani

After a weekend filled with sunshine, heat and wildfires, the week ahead will feature a slight cool-down across northern Colorado as zonal flow takes center-stage. With this, rain chances will be minimal and confined to the end of the week. Continue reading for a recap of the recent dry weather and our complete forecast for the upcoming week.

The week ahead: October 12-16, 2015

October 12, 2015 / Andy

Following a warm weekend, with highs in the mid to upper 80’s across the Plains, this week will feature slightly cooler but still above average temperatures for the middle of October. A series of cold fronts will be the main storyline, along with the subsequent effect they will have on high temperatures. Our chance of rain is next to nil and hence it will be great weather for outdoor activities all around. Read on to find out just how warm it will get!

What’s October like in Boulder?

September 30, 2015 / Ben Castellani

September was exceedingly dry and warm across much of eastern Colorado. Consequentially, the wildfire threat is increasing with each passing day. More than half of Boulder County is now under a complete fire ban. Will October offer up the soaking rain and mountain snow that we desperately need? Read on as we examine Boulder’s climatology and consider the current state of the atmosphere to give our outlook for the next month.

BoulderCAST Podcast Episode #14: 2013 Flood Stories

September 26, 2015 / Ben Castellani

Which mountain did Andy recently summit on a bike? Will September go down as the driest on record? How did the 2013 Flood impact each of the hosts? Listen for find out!

The week ahead: September 21-25, 2015

September 21, 2015 / Ben Castellani

Northeast Colorado could desperately use some rainfall, as we have been parched for the better part of the last two months. Despite the remnants of Tropical Depression 16-E slated to move through the state, the week ahead won’t offer much chance at a reprieve. Read on for all the details.

BoulderCAST Podcast Episode #13: Godzilla

September 19, 2015 / Ben Castellani

When was the last time it rained in Boulder? What hazardous material is now buried in the snow atop the Greenland Ice Sheet? Why are they calling this year’s El Nino “Godzilla”? Listen for find out!