Colorado Springs, CO – Afternoon thunderstorms are set to develop Sunday across southern Colorado, with the strongest storms likely after 1 p.m. and potentially disrupting outdoor events, hiking plans, and late-day travel. Storm coverage could linger into the evening before tapering overnight.
According to the National Weather Service, Sunday’s high will reach near 78°F with a 70% chance of storms, some producing brief downpours and gusty winds. Winds will shift from light northwesterly in the morning to southeast by midday, enhancing storm potential over El Paso County and nearby foothill communities.
Monday offers a brief break with mostly sunny skies and highs in the low 80s, but a smaller chance of storms remains in the afternoon. By Tuesday and Wednesday, drier air and full sunshine will push highs into the low 90s, marking the warmest stretch of the month so far. Residents should prepare for the return of hot, dry afternoons and elevated fire danger midweek.
Storm threats ease by midweek, but isolated late-day storms could return late Friday. Keep an eye on local radar and NWS updates for any advisories ahead of Sunday’s storms.
Five Day Colorado Springs, CO Forecast
- Sunday: Afternoon thunderstorms likely after 1 p.m. High 78°F, low 54°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, slight chance afternoon storms. High 83°F, low 53°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and hot. High 85°F, low 56°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, hot. High 91°F, low 58°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and warm. High 91°F, low 58°F
