PUEBLO, Colo. – After a damp start to the weekend, Southern Colorado is gearing up for a bright and comfortable Columbus Day. Early Saturday showers are giving way to sun and mild temperatures, setting up ideal conditions for travelers, hikers, and pumpkin patch visitors heading into the holiday.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, scattered showers over the mountains and adjacent plains will fade by midday. Drier, sunnier weather spreads across the region through Monday, with highs climbing into the low to mid-70s for Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Canon City. Light winds and clear skies should make for a pleasant drive along I-25 and nearby routes through the holiday weekend.
The San Juan Mountains will continue to see isolated rain through Saturday morning, with minor flash flooding possible in higher elevations. However, no widespread hazards are expected across the plains. By Sunday, sunshine dominates much of the state, and Monday’s Columbus Day looks mostly sunny and calm—perfect for outdoor parades and fall activities.
Looking ahead, a cool-down is expected by midweek as a fall cold front pushes through eastern Colorado, dropping highs back into the 60s and bringing a hint of early frost potential to higher valleys. Residents are advised to keep plants and pets protected as the chill returns.
Five-Day Forecast for Colorado Springs, CO:
Sat: 75/50 – Partly cloudy; spotty early showers fade by afternoon.
Sun: 73/39 – Sunny and mild; light winds.
Mon (Columbus Day): 60/41 – Mostly sunny; cool morning start.
Tue: 72/46 – Mostly sunny; warming trend resumes.
Wed: 65/44 – Breezy and cooler; fall chill returns by evening.
