DENVER (KDVR) — Mostly sunny skies are back across the Front Range on Thursday, May 8, 2025, with just above average highs nearing the 70-degree mark. Denver will see mainly sunny skies with light winds, making it a pleasant day for outdoor activities.
The high temperatures will be closer to seasonal averages, reaching the low 70s. However, the mountains may experience a small chance of a pop-up shower or storm, adding a bit of unpredictability to the weather.
As the day transitions into night, clear skies are expected to linger with light winds. Overnight low temperatures will dip into the lower 40s, staying close to seasonal averages, providing a comfortable night for residents.
Looking ahead, Friday, May 9, 2025, will round out the workweek with mainly sunny skies and highs in the mid-70s. There is also a chance for an afternoon shower or storm, keeping in line with the typical spring weather patterns in the area.
Saturday, May 10, 2025, is forecasted to be a few degrees warmer, reaching the upper 70s with abundant sunshine, making it an ideal day for outdoor plans. Following this, Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 11, 2025, looks promising with plenty of afternoon sunshine and highs in the lower 80s.
The trend of slightly warmer weather continues into the following week, with temperatures in the middle 80s and a mix of sun and clouds expected. On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, the mid-80s will stick around with partly to mainly sunny skies and a brisk wind.
As the week progresses, Denver is likely to see a bit more cloud cover on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, along with isolated storm chances, brisk winds, and highs in the middle 70s.
In contrast, a sprawling storm system is currently affecting areas from the central Rockies into the Southeast, set to drift eastward. Rain-related impacts are expected to persist into next week across the eastern U.S. According to recent reports, 5-day rainfall totals could reach 2 to 6 inches or more from southern Louisiana to the southern Atlantic Coast, excluding southern Florida.
The northern extent of heavy rain is expected to lie across northern sections of Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina, leading to potential flooding concerns in these areas.
Meanwhile, many other areas of the U.S. will experience several days of warm, dry weather, which is favorable for fieldwork and crop development. Warmth from the Pacific Coast to the northern Plains could briefly push temperatures to near 100°F as far north as California’s San Joaquin Valley, with above 90°F temperatures expected on the northern Plains.
In the D.C. area, the weather on Thursday, May 8, 2025, features plenty of clouds, but showers are few and temperatures remain delightful. Clouds will drift across the area throughout the day, with most residents staying dry, although a stray shower or sprinkle cannot be completely ruled out.
Highs in the D.C. area are expected to peak in the mid- to upper 70s, providing a comfortable atmosphere. However, as the evening approaches, showers and a few storms are likely to become more active starting around 6 or 7 p.m., continuing intermittently through dawn. Rain totals from around half an inch to an inch look likely, with lows falling into the mid- to upper 50s.
On Friday, May 9, 2025, a high-altitude weather disturbance floating just to the north will keep shower chances going into the afternoon. The clouds will persist, and highs may only reach the mid- to upper 60s with light winds from the northwest.
As for the weekend, it is expected to feature an abundance of sunshine with light winds. Highs will mainly be in the 70s and lows in the 50s, making it a perfect time for outdoor activities.
Additionally, a Gulf storm is gathering strength and will begin to impact the Southeast on Monday, May 12, 2025, but the D.C. area will only see a slow increase in clouds with highs still in the 70s. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, could bring soaking rain for all those May flowers.
Reflecting on weather history, on this date in 2000, the D.C. region was experiencing a prolonged spell of unusual warmth. The high on May 8 reached 90 degrees for a second-straight day, and the low of 69 was the warmest on record for the date. Between May 5 and 13, 2000, every day but one reached at least 87 degrees, highlighting a significant weather anomaly.
For context, the average high on May 8 is typically 75 degrees, while the average low is 56 degrees. The record high for this date stands at 92 degrees, recorded in 1936, and the record low at 39 degrees, noted in 1974. The record rainfall for May 8 is 2.14 inches, recorded in 1886.
As the weather continues to fluctuate, it is essential for residents to stay informed and prepared for the varying conditions expected in the coming days.
