Pueblo, CO – Showers and thunderstorms will once again dominate southern Colorado’s weather today, with the strongest storms expected over the mountains and along the Continental Divide.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, storms will continue throughout Friday, September 12, with activity picking up during the afternoon and evening hours. Forecasters warn that the main risks from stronger storms include small hail and damaging wind gusts reaching over 60 miles per hour.
High temperatures today will range from the 50s in mountain communities to the upper 80s and low 90s in the plains. Residents traveling through higher elevations should prepare for rapidly changing conditions, especially in areas west of Interstate 25.
Cooler temperatures are expected to settle in over the weekend, bringing scattered showers and the possibility of stronger storms on Saturday, September 13. The National Weather Service advises residents and travelers to monitor forecasts closely, as storms could impact outdoor plans and mountain travel.
Drivers are urged to use caution during heavy downpours and watch for reduced visibility on highways, while hikers and campers in the high country should remain alert for lightning and sudden weather shifts.
