Colorado Springs, CO – Thursday afternoon could bring a burst of summer storms to southern Colorado, with the greatest risk for lightning and gusty winds hitting El Paso County and surrounding mountain areas. While much of the day will start sunny and warm, conditions could shift quickly after noon.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, isolated thunderstorms will form over higher terrain Thursday afternoon, with some cells capable of producing cloud-to-ground lightning, small hail, and wind gusts up to 45 mph. While the most consistent coverage will be in the southern and southwestern mountains, storms could drift toward Colorado Springs, impacting late-day travel and outdoor activities.
Drivers and hikers should be alert for rapidly changing conditions, especially in the Wet Mountains, Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and areas west of I-25. Lightning safety remains critical—seek shelter immediately if thunder is heard. Small hail and brief heavy rain could cause slick spots on roadways.
Storm chances lessen Wednesday and Thursday night but are expected to build again from Friday into the weekend as moisture returns, bringing a higher potential for repeated afternoon storms through early next week.
Five Day Colorado Springs, CO Forecast:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of afternoon storms. High 91°F, low 62°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, storms possible after noon. High 94°F, low 59°F
- Friday: Mostly sunny, chance of storms in the afternoon. High 92°F, low 59°F
- Saturday: Partly sunny, storms likely in the afternoon. High 88°F, low 58°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, chance of storms late. High 88°F, low 58°F
