Pueblo, Colorado — Unseasonably warm and dry weather will continue across southern Colorado through Monday, bringing spring-like conditions to the plains, mountain valleys, and portions of the higher terrain before a potential pattern change arrives Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, daytime highs on the eastern plains—including areas along Interstate 25 from Pueblo to Colorado Springs—are expected to reach the mid-60s to low 70s Saturday through Monday. Overnight lows will remain mild for February, generally staying above freezing in many lower-elevation communities.
Mountain valleys, including areas near U.S. Highway 50 and U.S. Highway 160, will also see above-normal temperatures, with highs climbing into the mid-50s through early next week. Even the higher elevations will experience relatively mild conditions, with daytime highs reaching the 30s to 50s, depending on elevation and sun exposure.
Precipitation chances remain near zero through Monday, allowing dry conditions to persist. While the warmth may be welcome, officials caution that snowmelt combined with dry air can increase localized fire danger, particularly in grassy or open areas. Residents are urged to use caution with any activity that could spark a fire.
A shift in the weather pattern is expected to begin Tuesday, as cooler air moves into the region. This change may bring scattered snow showers back to the mountains and high valleys, while temperatures cool across all areas. Although widespread impacts are not expected at this time, travelers along mountain passes and higher roadways should monitor forecasts closely.
Until then, outdoor conditions will be favorable for travel, recreation, and early spring activities. Drivers along I-25, US-50, and US-160 should remain alert for changing conditions early next week as the transition to cooler weather begins.
For the latest updates, residents are encouraged to follow weather.gov/pub and local advisories as forecasts evolve.
