Denver sets for rain for most of the week

Metro Denver is seeing misty circumstances on Monday, offering some much-needed moisture to the drought we’re in right now.

The National Weather Service had issued a freeze watch earlier for tonight, however temperatures aren’t anticipated to get that low anymore.

“We’ll have enough cloud cover now to keep temperatures just above freezing for the most part,” David Barjenbruch, a meteorologist at the National Weather Service’s Boulder workplace, informed Denverite.

Barjenbruch says the rain would possibly combine with a “snowflake or two” this afternoon, however temperatures will not get chilly sufficient for snow to stay round like it did a couple weeks ago.

“We could even see a thunderstorm this afternoon before things diminish again this evening,” he mentioned.

Although this era of rain places a “small dent” into drought considerations, Barjenbruch warns there’s nonetheless an entire summer time of hearth danger to fret about.

“This precipitation helps the grass green up. It does help alleviate some of those issues,” he mentioned. “That said, we’re still in severe to extreme drought here across all of the I-25 corridor and Front Range.”

There will not be a tough freeze tonight, so don’t fret about pipes bursting, however crops and delicate crops are nonetheless in danger, so be certain to take precautions if you have a garden.

“If you’ve already planted tomatoes or those types of plants that are really sensitive to frost or freezing temperatures, I recommend covering them up with buckets or sheets or newspaper,” Barjenbruch mentioned. “A thin covering should do it tonight because we’re not going to get that cold.”

Barjenbruch advises to drive rigorously alongside the Interstate 70 hall at this time, the place “slushy, slick” circumstances are anticipated going into the afternoon. The foothills are additionally set for heavier snow, so be ready if touring to the mountains this afternoon.

Denver hasn’t activated a cold-weather shelter plan at this time, however folks experiencing homelessness can discover assets here.

According to Barjenbruch, the precipitation and chilly climate may final by means of Thursday, however temperatures ought to begin warming up for the weekend.