Photo: Wikipedia · Fort Collins, Colorado
If I were leaving Dallas Friday afternoon, I'd look at Fort Collins (70°F) first.
The question
Dallas is heading for ~91°F — where's meaningfully better weather?
Weekend comparison
| Destination | High | Rain | Match | Travel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Collins, Colorado | 70°F | 0.23" | 99% | ~707 mi |
| Boulder, Colorado | 70°F | 0.23" | 99% | ~686 mi |
| Albuquerque, New Mexico | 79°F | 0.23" | 99% | ~586 mi |
Where to go
1. Fort Collins, Colorado
If you’re scanning for current recommendations, put Fort Collins near the top of the list: weekend air around 70°F / 51°F, plus only light rain on the books (~0.23 in).
Use the weather window for eating well: shortlist Fort Collins when you want outdoor dining or a long lunch that isn’t ruined by heat or a washout.
Use it as a concrete recommendation: fly or drive for patio weather, keep an eye on updates, and treat 70°F as your planning anchor — not a vague “nice weather somewhere.”
Where to eat
2. Boulder, Colorado
Photo: Wikipedia · Boulder, Colorado
If you’re scanning for current recommendations, put Boulder near the top of the list: weekend air around 70°F / 50°F, plus only light rain on the books (~0.23 in).
Call it a hidden gem or a familiar favorite — either way, the point is the outlook. Travelers trying to find your perfect weather for 2026-09-19 – 2026-09-26 should shortlist Boulder before the hotter or wetter options crowd the tab.
Use it as a concrete recommendation: fly or drive for patio weather, keep an eye on updates, and treat 70°F as your planning anchor — not a vague “nice weather somewhere.”
Where to eat
3. Albuquerque, New Mexico
79°F high · 0.23" rain · ~586 mi
Bottom line
Fort Collins leads this weekend's board. Use the comparison table if you need a Plan B.
Keep planning
Updated September 18, 2026. Not a substitute for local advisories.