Colorado Springs drivers could face slick spots and sudden downpours Sunday afternoon as thunderstorms move into southern Colorado. The system may impact travel on Interstate 25 and nearby highways during peak evening hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, scattered storms are possible after 3 p.m. Sunday, September 22. While rainfall totals should stay light, any thunderstorm could bring heavy bursts of rain, lightning, and brief road hazards. Calmer weather is expected to return by late evening.
El Paso County, including Colorado Springs, will see temperatures climb near 81 degrees Sunday before storms develop. Winds will shift northwest in the afternoon, adding to the unsettled conditions. By Monday, temperatures cool into the upper 70s with a 30 percent chance of additional showers and storms.
Residents should monitor forecasts closely, especially those planning outdoor activities or travel on I-25, Highway 24, or mountain routes west of the city. Sudden changes in weather may reduce visibility and create dangerous conditions. Keep devices charged and avoid outdoor exposure during thunderstorms.
The week ahead trends drier and cooler, signaling the early touch of fall across Colorado Springs. By Tuesday and Wednesday, highs dip into the upper 60s with mostly sunny skies.
More updates will be issued if storm chances increase, and alerts could be added through the weekend.
Five-Day Forecast for Colorado Springs, CO
- Saturday: High 77, chance of afternoon storms, light rainfall possible.
- Sunday: High 81, scattered thunderstorms after 3 p.m.
- Monday: High 77, partly sunny, 30% chance of showers.
- Tuesday: High 67, cooler, mostly sunny, isolated afternoon showers.
- Wednesday: High 71, dry, mostly sunny skies.
