Denver weather this Saturday is shaping up to be absolutely gorgeous—sunny skies, a high near 72°F, and light south winds around 6 mph. This is the kind of day that makes living in the Mile High City feel like a gift.
The National Weather Service notes that upper-level ridging will keep us dry and warm through the weekend, with above-average temperatures across the plains. One small heads-up: overnight lows tonight will dip near 38°F, so if you’re heading out early Saturday morning for a run around Washington Park or City Park, grab a light jacket. Temperatures will rise through the morning, so you can shed it by mid-morning.
This is perfect timing for the Colorado Rockies vs. Atlanta Braves doubleheader at Coors Field on Sunday, May 3rd. While Sunday will be slightly warmer (high near 76°F with mostly sunny conditions), Saturday’s sunshine makes it ideal for tailgating if you’re catching any games this weekend. Grab a Colorado Rockies jersey or Colorado Rockies fitted cap to show your support, and snag Get tickets on SeatGeek to lock in your seat. Bring a hard cooler 52 quart loaded with snacks and drinks—the light 6 mph winds mean you won’t be fighting the elements while you’re grilling.
If you’re planning outdoor activities around the metro, Saturday is your day. Hiking the trails near Red Rocks, biking the Cherry Creek Trail downtown, or just relaxing in LoDo will all be excellent. The pollen count has been elevated lately with spring in full swing, so if you’re sensitive, consider an allergy relief nasal spray or pollen count face mask before heading outside. A HEPA air purifier at home will also help you recover indoors after a day out.
There’s also plenty of live entertainment Saturday night: Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit takes the stage at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on May 2nd, and August Burns Red & The Amity Affliction: The Springs Horizons Tour performs at Fillmore Auditorium the same evening. Get Find tickets on StubHub for either show and enjoy the clear, mild evening.
Looking ahead, Sunday stays mostly sunny with highs in the mid-70s, but the National Weather Service warns that mid to upper-level moisture moves in late Sunday, bringing a low chance (20–30%) of rain or snow showers for the southern Front Range mountains by Sunday evening. By Monday night, unsettled weather returns to Colorado with an upper-level low moving in from California, bringing increasing chances for rain showers and mountain snow through Wednesday.
Saturday evening is perfect for firing up the grill—think tri-tip, burgers, or grilled vegetables. If you need fresh ingredients for your cookout, you can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered in time for dinner prep.
Enjoy this beautiful stretch while it lasts, neighbors. The weather pattern shifts early next week.
