Pueblo, CO — A Red Flag Warning takes effect across southern Colorado Thursday, with Pueblo facing gusts up to 60 mph and critical fire danger. Residents along the I-25 corridor, including Fremont and Las Animas counties, are urged to avoid outdoor burning and remain weather-aware through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, the Red Flag Warning runs from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday. Southwest winds will intensify throughout the day, gusting from 30 to 40 mph with peak gusts reaching 60 mph. Relative humidity could drop as low as 6%, creating prime conditions for fast-moving wildfires. Blowing dust will reduce visibility on roads like I-25 and US-50, adding further risk to drivers.
Friday brings a sharp shift as cooler air pushes in. Rain and snow showers begin early Friday and intensify overnight. Pueblo could see snow mixing in by Friday night, with 80% precipitation chances. Saturday continues unsettled with scattered snow showers before tapering off by evening. Travel across mountain passes and elevated terrain may be hazardous Friday through Saturday afternoon.
By Easter Sunday, sunny skies return with highs near 63°F, offering brief relief before another chance for spring showers Monday night.
5-Day Spring Weather Outlook for Pueblo, CO:
- Thursday: Breezy and dry, high 79°F. Red Flag Warning active.
- Friday: Chance of rain/snow, high 49°F.
- Saturday: Snow showers likely, high 44°F.
- Sunday (Easter): Sunny and cool, high 63°F.
- Monday: Increasing clouds, high 73°F. Chance of rain by night.
