What to expect for severe storms rolling through Colorado on Wednesday

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17-07-2025

DENVER (KDVR) — Another round of severe weather storms could move through Colorado on Wednesday, with a risk for damaging winds and large hail along the Interstate 25 corridor and a chance for an isolated tornado in the Eastern Plains.
Wednesday is a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day for the slight risk of severe weather from Fort Collins to Pueblo. The Pinpoint Weather team is tracking evening storms, however, if morning clouds or wildfire smoke stay in the area, the severe weather could be reduced.
Denver weather: Pinpoint Weather Alert Day with severe afternoon, evening storms
Here's what to expect for the storms moving through the state:
Timing
Wednesday morning starts with some rain before heading into mild, below-average highs. Denver will only reach the mid-80s as storms move through.
The Pinpoint Weather team said storms will kick off in the mountains around noon, then they will push east toward the Denver metro in the afternoon and the Eastern Plains in the evening. These storms could bring severe weather.
The storms will last into Wednesday night, and clear after sunset in the Eastern Plains. The weather should clear heading into Thursday, but the storms aren't over just yet. Afternoon thunderstorms will roll in on Thursday, and there are more chances for rain on Saturday.
Totals
The Pinpoint Weather team said they're expecting large hail and even an isolated tornado heading out toward the plains, but the biggest issue for Denver and the I-25 corridor will be gusty winds.
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While severe weather is expected, Pinpoint Weather Meteorologist Travis Michels said if the morning clouds stay, or even if the clouds clear and some wildfire smoke stays, this would keep the sun away, meaning Colorado won't get enough heat to bring the severe storms.
Impact
People along the I-25 corridor from Fort Collins to Pueblo should expect strong and possibly damaging winds. Look out for fallen branches and be sure to monitor the weather if you're heading out to the water.
These storms will bring heavy downpours and could also lead to localized flooding in areas with poor drainage, so keep an eye on the weather before you head out.
Large hail and an isolated tornado are also possible, but these are out toward the Eastern Plains. If you're driving near eastern Colorado toward the evening, make sure you check the forecast.
Be sure to keep checking the forecast, as the morning weather could change the outcome of the storms.
Denver, Colorado weather resources
Stay prepared for storms and forecast changes, a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day and other important weather information:
Interactive Denver weather radar
Colorado weather alerts
Business, church and school closings
Weather newsletters
FOX31 News app
The Pinpoint Weather team will continue to update the forecast multiple times each day.
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