We’re expecting near-record warmth over the Front Range on Sunday, bringing springlike temperatures and elevated fire danger for eastern Colorado.
Afternoon highs are expected to climb into the mid-to-upper 60s, with slightly cooler temperatures north of Denver.
This is being caused by a ridge of high pressure, and downslope winds are helping boost these temperatures well above average.
Sunday is expected to be a nice day for brunch on the patio or spending time outside, but conditions will be dry and windy.
A Red Flag Warning is in effect from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Washington and northern Lincoln counties with southwest winds that could gust up to 40 mph, and relative humidity
may drop as low as 11%.
Elevated to critical fire weather conditions are possible across parts of the plains, and residents are urged to avoid outdoor burning or anything that could create a spark.
Fire weather concerns continue into Monday and Tuesday before a pattern shift brings cooler air and increasing chances for mountain snow Wednesday through Friday.
There is a chance of a few days of rain and snow mix on the plains late in the week, depending on how the next storm system tracks.
DENVER WEATHER LINKS: Hourly forecast | Radars | Traffic | Weather Page | 24/7 Weather Stream
Click here to watch the Denver7 live weather stream.
