The Denver area is bracing for a stretch of warm and notably dry conditions, according to the latest report from the National Weather Service. As the city woke up to a few clouds and a temperature of 57°F this morning, forecasts suggest sunny skies and climbing temperatures that could set new records. With the mercury anticipated to hit a high near 88°F today and 90°F on Sunday, Denverites are poised to experience a period of late-September warmth that feels like an extension of summer’s grasp.