WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

  This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight  Drier air is moving into the forecast area as the remnants of Tropical Storm Raymond filter out to the northeast. Some light precipitation will be possible along the higher elevations through early afternoon today before clearing skies largely take over for the rest of today.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday  Warmer temperatures are expected for Wednesday with increasing southwesterly flow aloft as a trough crosses the Rockies. PWAT values near 200% of normal will be in place as more tropical moisture makes its way into Colorado. Lee troughing will bring enhanced southerly surface flow to portions of the plains, with gusts to 50 mph possible for the afternoon and evening. Strong to severe storms will be possible over the plains Wednesday afternoon and evening with gusty winds and hail the main threats.  A cold front is expected on Thursday that will bring more chances for precipitation across the plains and another quick shot of snow to the mountains. Behind the front, overnight low temperatures are trending cooler for Thursday-Saturday, with patches of frost/freeze likely for areas near the Wyoming border and along the Palmer Divide before warmer temperatures return for Sunday and Monday.   .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation will not be needed today or tonight.