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Fall temperatures in Colorado are rising
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Colorado and much of the Southwest are experiencing warmer average fall temperatures, a new analysis finds.
Why it matters: Warmer falls could increase cooling demand (and lead to bigger bills and more strain on the electric grid), affect growing and allergy seasons, and have health impacts for vulnerable groups.
By the numbers: Fall temperatures increased 3.7°F in Denver, 4.7°F in Colorado Springs and 1.1°F in Grand Junction between 1970 and 2024, according to a new report from Climate Central, a climate research group.
The big picture: Average fall temperatures are rising almost universally nationwide, a new analysis finds.
- Temps rose in 98% of the 243 cities analyzed in the report.
What we're watching: The Climate Prediction Center's latest seasonal outlook for fall forecasts above-normal temperatures for Colorado, particularly in the southwestern, drought-ridden part of the state.