Denver weather today brings a 50% chance of rain and thunderstorms, with highs near 58°F—a classic spring day in the Mile High City that’ll test your umbrella collection.
Let’s break down what’s coming. Overnight through early Wednesday morning, there’s a slight chance of showers around 4 AM MT, with temps hovering in the upper 30s. By 9 AM MT, a band of showers will move across the Denver metro and onto the plains, courtesy of a shortwave trough currently over southern Utah and Arizona. The National Weather Service forecasters note this should hold together through mid-morning, so if you’re heading downtown or toward the Tech Center, have a compact travel umbrella handy.
By afternoon, scattered showers continue due to weak upslope flow and a slightly unstable air mass. Expect light rain—less than a quarter inch in most areas. Temperatures will actually fall from 58°F down to around 55°F as the afternoon progresses, so layer up if you’re planning to be outside around Civic Center Park or along the South Platte.
Wednesday night into Thursday is when things get more active. A 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after 6 PM MT, with the best chance of heavier activity Thursday morning through early afternoon. Thursday’s high will only reach 47°F with an 80% precipitation chance—this is definitely an indoor-activity day. If you’re heading to the Colorado Avalanche vs. Los Angeles Kings playoff game (Game 3) at Ball Arena on Wednesday evening, expect wet conditions outside the venue, though you’ll be comfortable inside. Grab Official team gear on Fanatics to show your support, and consider getting tickets on SeatGeek if you haven’t already.
For those planning outdoor activities, hold off until Friday. The weekend looks warmer and drier—perfect for getting back to normal Denver spring routines.
If you’ve got plans tonight, this is the perfect evening for comfort food. A slow cooker chili or hearty beef stew will warm you up as the rain rolls in. Toss ingredients into a programmable slow cooker this morning and come home to dinner ready. You can order groceries on Amazon to stock up on ground beef, beans, and vegetables—everything you need delivered straight to your door. An enameled cast iron Dutch oven is also perfect for stovetop stews if you prefer that route.
Looking ahead: Friday clears out with improving conditions. The weekend brings warmer temps and sunshine—back to that famous Denver sunshine we love. Showers return early next week, so enjoy the dry stretch while it lasts.
