Pueblo, Colo. – Travel across southern Colorado’s mountain passes could become hazardous within hours as snow develops along the Continental Divide this evening and intensifies overnight.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, showers will increase in coverage and intensity after 6 p.m. Tuesday, spreading across the higher terrain through Wednesday. Snow levels are expected to drop to around 9,000 feet by early Wednesday, allowing accumulating snow to impact key mountain routes.
Areas across the central and southwest mountains, including Monarch Pass, Wolf Creek Pass, and areas near La Veta Pass, are likely to see the greatest impacts. Roads may become slushy and snow-packed overnight into Wednesday, with reduced visibility during heavier bursts.
Lower elevations, including Pueblo, Trinidad, and Walsenburg, will see lighter precipitation with minimal accumulation, but travelers heading into higher terrain should prepare for rapidly changing conditions.
Drivers are urged to slow down, carry winter gear, and check road conditions before traveling through mountain corridors. Conditions will remain unsettled through Wednesday evening, and additional advisories may be issued as snow intensifies.
