In a special edition of Colorado Matters, Denver7 Chief Meteorologist Mike Nelson joined Colorado Public Radio’s Ryan Warner for a monthly climate conversation. The discussion, which took place in late August 2024, covered a range of topics, including Mike’s 50-year career in meteorology and his experiences covering climate change.
Nelson, who has spent decades tracking weather patterns and predicting storms, shared his insights on the evolving field of meteorology and the growing importance of climate coverage. Warner and Nelson also discussed the upcoming fall weather outlook, with a focus on temperature trends and precipitation patterns.
In addition, the conversation touched on the winter snow forecast for some of Colorado’s resort towns, providing valuable information for skiers and snowboarders eagerly awaiting the upcoming season.
Key Highlights:
- Mike Nelson reflects on his 50-year career in meteorology and the changes he’s seen in the field
- Discussion on the growing importance of climate coverage and its impact on weather forecasting
- Fall weather outlook: temperature trends and precipitation patterns
- Winter snow forecast for Colorado’s resort towns
