Continental Divide
Coverage of Continental Divide in the Nexus archive.
- Low rain chances Tuesday give way to heavier rain potential late this week
Low rain chances on Tuesday will transition to increased moisture and potential for heavy rain by mid-week, with flooding risks in urban areas and near burn scars. Temperatures remain high in the 90s to 100s on the Plains and eastern regions, while mountain areas see earlier thunderstorm activity.
- Record-breaking heat on the rise this weekend for the Centennial State
Colorado is experiencing record-breaking heat this weekend, with Denver temperatures expected to reach 99 degrees Sunday and Monday, approaching past records of 101°F (2019) and 105°F (2005). High pressure is causing dry conditions and an air quality alert, while a shift toward Texas will bring monsoonal moisture and cooler, wetter weather by midweek.
- More summer heat this week for Colorado, with daily storms in the mountains
Colorado experiences hot and dry conditions with temperatures in the 80s and 90s on the Plains, while mountain areas face potential for rain, thunderstorms, and flash flooding. Extended forecasts predict continued heat peaking at 95°F by Sunday, with possible wetter conditions next week.