Colorado residents face a dangerous start to the week as heavy rain and thunderstorms continue through Tuesday, raising flash flood risks. Travel along I-25 and surrounding foothill roadways could be hazardous, especially near low-lying and flood-prone zones. Drivers should avoid flooded intersections and prepare for detours if storms stall during peak commute hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, a Flood Watch remains in effect until late Tuesday evening for Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Fremont, and Teller counties. Forecasters warn of excessive runoff that could quickly flood rivers, creeks, and small streams. Rainfall rates may exceed one inch per hour in stronger cells, producing flash flooding and rockslides in steep terrain.
Colorado Springs is expected to see showers and thunderstorms Monday night into Tuesday morning, with overnight lows in the low 50s. Pueblo faces similar storm coverage, with strong downpours possible south along Highway 50. Communities across Fremont County and Teller County should monitor conditions closely as runoff risks climb.
Daily storm chances remain high through Thursday before tapering into the weekend. That pattern means holiday travel leading into Labor Day may face delays from lingering storms. Those with outdoor plans should prepare for wet ground, soggy trails, and potential lightning delays into the weekend.
Warnings remain in effect, and additional advisories may be issued if storms persist.
Five Day Forecast for Colorado Springs, CO
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms, high near 70. Storms may produce heavy rainfall. Low 54.
- Wednesday: Showers likely, high near 80. Low 53.
- Thursday: Showers continue, high near 76. Low 53.
- Friday: Partly sunny, chance of storms, high near 78. Low 52.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny with a chance of afternoon storms, high near 78. Low 55.
