Record Breaking Temperatures and Critical Fire Weather

More than 200 record or near record maximum temperatures are forecast across the southern half of the U.S. through the end of this week before additional record temperatures center back over the Southwest U.S. into the Rockies this weekend. Widespread record breaking warmth, low humidity, and gusty winds will produce critical fire weather today in the central Rockies to Plains. Read More >

Record Heat Intensifies Today

Red Flag Warning Thursday

Record Monthly High Broken - Again

Record heat is expected today, with temperatures rising into the upper 80's for a majority of the lower elevations, and well into the 70's for the high mountain valleys. Some locations may approach or exceed monthly records for March. Fire danger will be elevated to near-critical, particularly for areas closer to the WY/NE state line.

Critical fire weather conditions are expected in South Park and across portions of Elbert and Lincoln counties. Relative humidity values will be as low as 10%, with northwest winds gusting up to 30 mph at times. In the afternoon, a cold front will bring northeast winds up to 40 mph for the plains.

Record Breaking Temperatures and Critical Fire Weather

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