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2026-02-17T20:00:00-07:00

...PROLONGED PERIOD OF CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EARLY TO MID NEXT WEEK... .Recent dry conditions combining with above normal temperatures and much stronger winds early next week will bring potentially critical fire weather conditions Monday and Tuesday, possibly lasting into Wednesday. There is potential for extreme fire weather conditions on Tuesday as widespread strong and gusty winds to around 60 mph are expected. The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Fire Weather Watch for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 215, 238, 239, 242, 243, 248, 250 and 251. * TIMING...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * WINDS...West 30 to 40 mph with gusts around 60 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 13 percent. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire. There is potential for extreme fire weather conditions on Tuesday.

October Hole Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The October Hole River Run in Colorado is a beautiful and challenging section of water.

Summary

The river features several obstacles including Class III and IV rapids, tight turns, and steep drops. The run is best suited for experienced rafters and kayakers. The recommended time of year to float this section is during the late spring and early summer when water levels are at their highest, with a recommended CFS (cubic feet per second) range of 1,000 to 2,500. It is important to note that this section of the river can be dangerous and should only be attempted by experienced paddlers.

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15-Day Weather Outlook

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	38 cfs (2.98 ft)
Percent of Normal	128%
Optimal Range	80-500 cfs
Status	Too High
Class Level	II
Elevation	5,305 ft
Streamflow Discharge	19.7 cfs
Gauge Height	2.8 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06724000

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Until 2026-02-14T05:00:00-07:00 • National Weather Service
...PROLONGED PERIOD OF CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EARLY TO MID NEXT WEEK... .Recent dry conditions combining with above normal temperatures and much stronger winds early next week will bring potentially critical fire weather conditions Monday and Tuesday, possibly lasting into Wednesday. There is potential for extreme fire weather conditions on Tuesday as widespread strong and gusty winds to around 60 mph are expected. The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Fire Weather Watch for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 215, 238, 239, 242, 243, 248, 250 and 251. * TIMING...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * WINDS...West 30 to 40 mph with gusts around 60 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 13 percent. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire. There is potential for extreme fire weather conditions on Tuesday.

OCTOBER HOLE

Paddle Report • Streamflow Levels • Weather Forecast

February 13, 2026

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	38 cfs (2.98 ft)
Percent of Normal	128%
Optimal Range	80-500 cfs
Status	Too High
Class Level	II
Elevation	5,305 ft
Streamflow Discharge	19.7 cfs
Gauge Height	2.8 ft
Reporting Streamgage	St. Vrain Creek At Lyons USGS 06724000

Realtime River Levels

St. Vrain Creek At Lyons
USGS 06724000

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

St. Vrain Creek At Lyons 19.70cfs	20cfs
Left Hand Creek Near Boulder -999.00cfs	-999cfs
Left Hand Creek At Hover Road Near Longmont 2.09cfs	2cfs
Boulder Cr At North 75th St Nr Boulder 11.3cfs	11cfs
St. Vrain Creek Below Longmont -999999cfs	-999999cfs
Boulder Creek At Mouth 36.4cfs	36cfs