Pueblo, CO – A cold breeze sweeps across southern Colorado this morning, carrying the first hints of a winter chill. The air feels crisp and dry, but snow flurries are possible over the higher peaks of the central mountains, especially west of Colorado Springs and Leadville. Travelers on U.S. 50 and I-25 should expect gusty winds at times and watch for slick patches on shaded mountain roads.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, light but wind-driven snow could briefly coat upper elevations Wednesday before clearing skies return Thursday. Most of the plains — including Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and La Junta — will remain dry, though temperatures will dip closer to freezing by early Friday morning.
Highs climb near the upper 40s to low 60s through Friday, then cool slightly into the weekend. Clear nights will mean frost on windshields, and mountain valleys may briefly dip into the 20s before dawn. Commuters should plan extra time for morning starts and watch for icy bridges, particularly in areas where melting snow refreezes overnight.
Meteorologists say no major systems are expected through early next week, but winter’s early signs are taking hold across the region. After all, December mornings this crisp usually signal that stronger cold snaps aren’t far behind.
Five-Day Outlook (Colorado Springs–Pueblo, CO):
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 63°F. Light southwest wind 10 mph.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 57°F. Evening lows near 36°F.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 62°F. Calm and dry.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 60°F. Frost possible early.
- Monday: Fair skies, highs around 60°F, lows in mid-30s.
