Colorado Springs, CO – A spring snowstorm is set to impact the Colorado Springs and Pueblo areas, with heavy snow beginning tonight. According to the National Weather Service, the storm will move in after 3 p.m. today, and snow showers are expected to intensify overnight. This could lead to dangerous road conditions, especially along I-25 and the southern foothills.
The weather system will bring up to 12 inches of snow in the higher elevations and 1 to 2 feet in some localized areas. Snow will be heaviest along the eastern and southern mountain ranges, including parts of the San Juan Mountains and the Wet Mountain Valley. With gusty winds and slushy roads, visibility may become poor, and some road infrastructure may be strained, leading to potential travel delays.
As snow continues into Saturday morning, conditions are expected to improve from north to south across the state. Still, motorists should expect hazardous travel, especially on mountain passes, through mid-day. The storm will ease Saturday evening, but spring conditions will persist throughout the weekend.
What You Need to Know:
- Travel disruptions are likely along I-25, especially south of Colorado Springs, with snow accumulating up to 6 inches on roads below 9,000 feet.
- Roads may become icy and slick overnight; use caution when driving.
- Snow will continue over higher terrain Saturday morning before clearing.
The National Weather Service advises staying updated on conditions and using winter gear if heading into the mountains.
5-Day Weather Outlook:
- Saturday: Snow showers likely in the morning, high near 43°F.
- Sunday: Mostly clear, high of 56°F.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 63°F.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high of 69°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly clear, high near 70°F.
