Colorado – Fine dust lifts off dry ground and sweeps across open roads this morning, reducing visibility and raising immediate fire concerns across southern Colorado.
According to the National Weather Service, a Red Flag Warning remains in effect through 9 p.m. due to gusty winds and critically low humidity . Southwest winds will increase through the afternoon, with gusts reaching 40 to 45 mph, while humidity drops near 10 percent—ideal conditions for rapid fire spread.
Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and areas along the I-25 corridor face the highest risk. Blowing dust may develop by early afternoon, especially in exposed areas south of the city. Drivers should slow down quickly if visibility drops and avoid sudden braking.
Temperatures will climb to around 80°F today, adding to the dry and unstable environment. Avoid outdoor burning and secure anything loose outside. Even small sparks can spread fast under these conditions.
Conditions shift Thursday as cooler air moves in, with highs dropping to the mid-60s. Winds ease slightly but remain breezy. By Friday, calmer weather returns with sunshine and highs near 67°F, offering a brief break from fire concerns.
Looking ahead, a more active pattern develops this weekend. Saturday brings highs near 68°F with increasing clouds. By Sunday, scattered showers and a possible thunderstorm move in after midday, with precipitation chances near 60 percent. While severe storms are not guaranteed, lightning and brief downpours could develop.
Five Day Outlook for Colorado Springs, Colorado:
Today: High 80°F, windy, gusts to 45 mph
Thursday: High 65°F, breezy
Friday: High 67°F, sunny
Saturday: High 68°F, partly sunny
Sunday: High 69°F, showers possible
