The Front Range wakes under a piercing cold this Sunday morning as early winter tightens its grip across southern Colorado. Breath clouds the air in Colorado Springs, where the temperature sits near 15°F — a stark reminder that December’s freeze is here to stay. Residents can expect a rollercoaster of bright skies, plunging lows, and midweek snow chances that could impact local and regional travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, snow is likely to return late Sunday into early Monday, with up to a half-inch possible across parts of El Paso County. While accumulations remain light, icy patches and refrozen melt could make morning commutes slick, especially along I-25 and Highway 24 through Tuesday.
After a brief sunny break Monday and Tuesday, another round of snow showers is expected Wednesday. Forecasters call for a 60% chance of snow with highs near 35°F and gusty north-northeast winds up to 15 mph. Temperatures will again tumble into the teens Wednesday night, adding the risk of flash-freeze conditions on untreated surfaces.
Travelers returning from Thanksgiving should prepare for changing road conditions, particularly across the Palmer Divide and Monument Hill corridor. Keep an eye on updated advisories, check wiper fluid, and plan for longer drive times through midweek.
Behind the midweek system, skies clear but cold persists, with highs in the 40s and lows in the 20s through next weekend — ideal for early Christmas decorating but harsh on unprotected pipes and pets.
Five-Day Outlook (Colorado Springs, CO):
- Monday: Sunny, high 40°F, low 17°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 51°F, low 22°F.
- Wednesday: 60% chance snow, high 35°F, low 17°F.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 40°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 46°F, low 24°F.
