Pueblo, Colorado – Southern Colorado is heading into March with record-setting warmth already reshaping conditions along the Interstate 25 corridor, accelerating snowmelt and raising early-season fire concerns through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, February 2026 ranked among the warmest on record across much of the region. Colorado Springs recorded its warmest February ever, averaging 41.8 degrees, which is 8.4 degrees above normal. Pueblo logged its third warmest February with an average temperature of 42.8 degrees, while Alamosa saw its fifth warmest February on record at 32.4 degrees.
The warmth came with notable precipitation and snowfall deficits in some areas. Colorado Springs measured just 0.05 inches of precipitation during the month, ranking as its 11th driest February on record, along with only 0.2 inches of snow. Pueblo recorded no measurable snowfall throughout the month, making it the least snowiest February on record.
Along I-25 from Colorado Springs through Pueblo and south toward Trinidad, the lack of snowpack and persistent above-normal temperatures have dried out grasses earlier than usual. Communities along US-50 and US-160 are also seeing reduced snow cover compared to typical late-winter conditions.
Emergency managers urge residents to remain cautious with outdoor burning and secure trailer chains when traveling, as dry vegetation can ignite quickly. With temperatures continuing above seasonal averages into the weekend, fire weather concerns may increase.
Additional climate updates will be released as March conditions evolve across southern Colorado.
