Sunny skies will dominate Colorado Springs for much of the week, with temperatures climbing into the 70s and 80s. Today, expect highs near 76°F, accompanied by light, variable winds. This pleasant weather comes just in time to kick off the week with clear conditions, though residents should be prepared for a shift in weather starting Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service, tonight will bring partly cloudy skies and a low of 44°F. Winds will pick up slightly, becoming north-northwest at 10 to 15 mph. As Thursday rolls in, Colorado Springs will see highs reaching 74°F, with mostly sunny skies. This will be the calm before the storm as conditions may begin to shift late in the week.
Thursday night into Friday, temperatures will dip again, dropping to around 47°F. While Friday looks to bring mostly sunny conditions, the weekend forecasts show more variability. A chance of showers and thunderstorms emerges by Saturday, with highs reaching 80°F. The chance of precipitation is around 50%.
Looking ahead to Memorial Day, temperatures are expected to remain warm, with highs reaching near 80°F and a 60% chance of thunderstorms. Residents should stay prepared for potential rain, especially in the afternoon.
5-Day Extended Forecast:
- Today (Wed, May 21): High of 76°F, sunny, light winds.
- Thursday (May 22): High of 74°F, mostly sunny, low 44°F at night.
- Friday (May 23): High near 85°F, mostly sunny.
- Saturday (May 24): High near 80°F, chance of afternoon showers, 50% chance of rain.
- Memorial Day (May 26): High of 80°F, chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon, 60% chance of rain.
