Tag: record heat

This week in weather: June 25, 2018

After yesterday’s cool and stormy weather, you would think we are right back in spring. Unfortunately, that is not the case with temperatures soon returning to the 90’s and even the potential for record high temperatures later in the week. Yes, the story this week will be the heat wave. Read on for our full outlook of the week ahead!

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Sunday to see record heat, dangerous fire conditions

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Both Denver and Boulder are chasing record highs today. 99 is the number to beat in Denver, 100 in Boulder. We are forecasting 99 degrees in both cities today.

Fire danger will be high as well this afternoon, especially in the Foothills where Red Flag Warnings are active. A combination of hot temperatures, low humidity, and gusty southwest winds will breed volatile conditions for the rapid spread of fire. Luckily, there is no chance of lightning today, so any ignitions will require a human.

Therefore, please take extra precaution. We already had careless folks destroy several hundred acres of Boulder County forest yesterday…