Pueblo, CO – Snow is impacting Colorado’s high terrain on Christmas Day while unusually warm temperatures spread across the southeastern plains.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, snow is expected along the Continental Divide and higher mountain elevations, while much of the plains experience above-normal to near-record warmth for Dec. 25. Forecast high temperatures show 50s and 60s in mountain valleys and 70s across the lower elevations, including parts of the Arkansas River Valley and southeastern plains.
Snowfall is concentrated over the mountains, with forecast graphics indicating several inches possible in higher elevations, including areas near Wolf Creek Pass and surrounding ranges. Lower elevations remain dry, with no snowfall expected across the plains.
The National Weather Service noted that above-normal temperatures will continue through Saturday, before colder weather arrives late Sunday. The warm conditions may be noticeable for residents traveling between elevations, with sharp temperature contrasts between mountain passes and the plains.
Drivers planning holiday travel through the mountains are encouraged to check road conditions, particularly on higher passes where snow-covered roads may develop. The Colorado Department of Transportation recommends monitoring conditions at cotrip.org.
The forecast highlights a wide range of weather conditions across southern Colorado on Christmas Day, from winter driving concerns in the mountains to springlike warmth farther east.
