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Planning a Memorial Day Weekend trip? Here's when to dodge the storms

Warmer and drier for a few days before a soggy Memorial Day Weekend in Colorado

Warmer and drier for a few days before a soggy Memorial Day Weekend in Colorado 02:16

Rain chances will be present across Colorado throughout the Memorial Day Weekend—Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.

Let's break it down:

Saturday

Rain is expected to begin by late morning across northern Colorado and develop later in the day for southern areas. Showers in the mountains will be hit-or-miss. Saturday brings the greatest chance for a few scattered severe storms during the holiday weekend.

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Sunday

Storm activity becomes more widespread. Rain and thunderstorms will be possible throughout the day. By Sunday evening, moderate and more widespread rainfall is likely along the I-25 corridor, with more scattered showers in the high country.

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Monday

Similar to Saturday, showers will be more scattered in nature, meaning it won't be a total washout, but pockets of rain and storms are still possible throughout the day.

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If you're heading to the high country for a camping trip, pay close attention to the forecast. I'm still optimistic that Saturday will be a solid day. Stay weather-aware and head inside if an isolated storm passes through, but it won't be a washout.

Sunday looks a bit wetter and more consistent with rain, but even then, the entire state won't see rain all day.

Joe Ruch

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