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Southern Colorado Weather Sunday: 90° Highs, Mountain Storm Risk Oct 11
Pueblo, CO – Southern Colorado residents can expect another unusually warm October day Sunday, October 11, as temperatures climb well above seasonal averages across the plains while showers and thunde
By Lena Wood · 2026-10-10T23:02:19.606Z
Pueblo, CO – Southern Colorado residents can expect another unusually warm October day Sunday, October 11, as temperatures climb well above seasonal averages across the plains while showers and thunderstorms return to portions of the state's higher elevations.
According to the National Weather Service NWS in Pueblo, above normal temperatures will continue Sunday, with the greatest thunderstorm potential concentrated over the higher terrain, particularly near the Continental Divide.
Temperatures Could Approach 90 Degrees Southeastern Colorado will experience some of the warmest conditions, with afternoon temperatures reaching the 80s and approaching 90 degrees in several communities.
The NWS forecast map shows highs near 90 degrees around Lamar , approximately 89 degrees near La Junta and 86 degrees around Eads.
Pueblo is expected to reach the upper 70s, while Colorado Springs could climb into the upper 70s.
Farther south, Trinidad and Walsenburg are forecast to experience temperatures in the 70s.
These readings are above typical mid October levels, continuing the region's stretch of unusually warm weather.
Mountain Thunderstorms Possible Sunday While the eastern plains remain warm, higher elevations face a different weather pattern.
Forecasters expect additional showers and thunderstorms across portions of the mountains, particularly along the Continental Divide.
Communities near Buena Vista, Salida, Leadville and surrounding mountain areas could experience changing conditions throughout the day.
Mountain temperatures will remain considerably cooler than the plains, with some higher elevation locations staying in the 50s and 60s.
Travelers heading into mountain areas should monitor conditions, especially where thunderstorms could bring lightning and brief rainfall.
Warm Weather Continues Across the Plains The contrast between warmer plains and cooler, unsettled mountain conditions will remain a defining feature of Sunday's forecast.
Residents planning outdoor activities should prepare for changing weather depending on elevation and location.
Although thunderstorms are possible, the supplied forecast does not indicate a widespread severe weather outbreak.
Additional forecast updates are available through the National Weather Service as conditions develop.