Pueblo, CO – Strong winds and dry conditions will create a high fire risk across southern Colorado today, prompting a Red Flag Warning until 8 p.m. The National Weather Service reports southwest winds of 15-25 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph, combined with humidity as low as 11%, increasing fire danger in Pueblo, Huerfano, Las Animas, and surrounding counties.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, gusty conditions will persist into Friday ahead of an incoming storm system. A strong spring storm will bring wind gusts up to 60 mph on the plains and up to 85 mph in mountain regions by Friday. Snowfall will develop in the high terrain, with 4-7 inches expected in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and 1-3 inches elsewhere.
Five-Day Forecast for Pueblo, CO:
• Friday: High of 58°F, with rain and snow showers possible. Windy, with gusts up to 40 mph.
• Saturday: A slight chance of snow in the afternoon. High near 52°F.
• Sunday: Sunny and calmer, with a high of 66°F.
• Monday: Warmer, mostly sunny, high of 76°F.
• Tuesday: Possible rain and snow mix overnight, with wind gusts increasing.
Residents are urged to avoid outdoor burning and secure loose objects as winds intensify. Travel on I-25 and local highways could be hazardous, especially for high-profile vehicles.
