Colorado Springs, CO — Snow and thunderstorms will sweep into central Colorado Sunday, triggering potential travel hazards and strong wind gusts through midweek.
Motorists across the I-25 corridor, especially near Colorado Springs, should prepare for rapidly changing conditions and possible slick roads. According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, snow showers will begin Sunday morning and increase by evening. Accumulation could reach up to 3 inches in higher elevations, with additional dustings expected across Teller County and the Sangre De Cristo Mountains.
Scattered thunderstorms and gusty winds up to 30 mph will also develop late Sunday and into Monday, particularly across the San Luis Valley and Interstate 25. Monday is expected to be mostly sunny but windy. By Tuesday, snow showers and breezy conditions return, creating the risk of blowing snow and poor visibility east of the Divide.
High fire danger will also emerge Saturday through Monday for southern Colorado, driven by low humidity and gusty winds. Residents are urged to secure loose outdoor items, monitor local alerts, and limit travel in exposed areas during peak wind hours.
5-Day Forecast for Colorado Springs:
- Sunday: High 53°F, rain and snow possible by evening. Thunderstorms likely.
- Monday: High 62°F, mostly sunny, windy afternoon.
- Tuesday: High 61°F, chance of snow showers, breezy.
- Wednesday: High 50°F, mostly cloudy and cooler.
- Thursday: High 53°F, mostly sunny with light afternoon winds.
