Sunshine returns Saturday across Colorado before rain returns

Saturday drier and warmer conditions take hold. Skies will be mostly sunny and highs will be in the low to mid-80s across the Denver metro area.  

A weak push of cooler air from the north will increase low-level moisture, setting the stage for a cooler and cloudier Sunday. Highs will fall back into the low to mid-70s, with a return of isolated to scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Three is a marginal chance for strong to severe storms with large hail and damaging wind being the main concern. 

Starting Monday, an upper-level ridge will begin building over the Central Rockies. That means Monday–Tuesday we will see gradual warming, with highs returning to the low to mid-80s.  Temperatures will stay near or slightly above normal through the end of the week. With isolated to scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms.