Denver weather: Fire risk Thursday, cool rain-snow mix Friday

DENVER (KDVR) — High winds, dry conditions, and above-average temperatures will cause a higher fire risk for the entire eastern half of the state Thursday. Red flag warnings are in effect from noon until 8 p.m. with gusts up to 45 mph in the Denver weather forecast.

Weather today: Breezy with fire danger

Extra clouds will stick around the state Thursday with above-average but not record-breaking highs in the upper 70s.

Winds will be breezy in the afternoon with gusts up to 45 mph. Fire danger lingers into the evening.

Weather tonight: Extra clouds, mild

Temperatures stay mild Thursday night with lows in the upper…