Colorado Springs, Colorado – Clear skies and spring warmth return to Colorado Springs Thursday with highs near 73°F, but the calm won’t last long. Breezy conditions will sweep through El Paso County by late afternoon ahead of a wetter weekend, as thunderstorm chances ramp up beginning Saturday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, Thursday will be mostly sunny with west-southwest winds reaching 15 mph. Friday continues the warm trend, though increasing clouds will mark the transition to unsettled weather. Saturday brings a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon, increasing to 30 percent by Saturday night. Rain and gusty winds could impact travel along I-25 and nearby roadways.
Sunday keeps the umbrella-worthy trend alive with continued chances for storms before midnight. By Monday, Colorado Springs may see more showers, with cooler highs in the mid-60s. Northwest winds on Monday and Tuesday will keep conditions breezy but stable as storm chances taper off.
Residents are urged to secure outdoor items by Friday night, especially patio furniture or trash bins vulnerable to weekend wind gusts. Drivers should prepare for slick spots during isolated showers Saturday evening and keep headlights on during reduced visibility periods.
Five-Day Forecast at a Glance:
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 73°F. Winds SW 10–15 mph.
- Friday: Increasing clouds, high 71°F.
- Saturday: Showers/storms likely after noon. High 73°F.
- Sunday: 30% chance of storms, low 42°F.
- Monday: Chance of showers, high 68°F. Breezy.
