WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

 This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight  Scattered showers and thunderstorms will occur this afternoon, with one or two severe storms possible on the eastern plains. Most storms today will produce brief heavy rain, gusty outflow winds to around 40 mph, lightning, and small hail. However, a couple of those stronger storms on the plains may become severe with wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail to 1 inch in diameter.  There is a limited threat of flooding in burn scars, as stronger storms will be capable of produce a third of an inch of rain in 15 minutes.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday  Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms will occur most days through this upcoming week. On Thursday, more widespread showers and thunderstorms will be possible as a cold front and upper level disturbance arrive. Most of the unsettled weather should then shift into the mountain areas for Friday and Saturday. Expect a warming trend through the weekend and early next week with a slightly drier airmass.  .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation will not be needed today or tonight. However, any reports of strong, gusty winds or hail will be appreciated.