Colorado – Bright sun and dry air stretch across southern Colorado now, but shifting winds and building clouds signal a sharper turn toward storms and fire risk within hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, highs reach near 78°F today with west winds around 5 to 10 mph. Dry air and low humidity will elevate fire weather concerns across eastern Fremont County and Huerfano County through the afternoon.
Conditions stay quiet early, but changes begin fast by Thursday afternoon. Temperatures climb near 81°F before scattered showers and thunderstorms develop after 3 p.m. Storm coverage increases into the evening, with lightning and brief downpours possible along the I-25 corridor, including Pueblo and Colorado City.
By Friday, cooler air settles in with highs dropping to the upper 60s. Showers and isolated thunderstorms continue, especially along the mountain-plains interface. Roads may turn slick quickly during bursts of rain. Plan extra time if traveling along I-25 or Highway 50.
Saturday brings a more organized storm setup. A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms develops by afternoon, and a few stronger storms could form across the plains. Gusty winds and quick visibility drops are possible. Stay weather-aware if heading outdoors.
Sunday trends drier but breezy, with lingering spotty showers and highs in the mid-70s. Winds may gust up to 35 mph, increasing fire spread risk again as humidity drops.
Looking ahead, early next week turns cooler with more widespread precipitation possible by Tuesday, even snow in higher elevations. Stay alert for rapid changes. Are you seeing storms build where you are this afternoon?
Five Day Outlook for Pueblo, Colorado:
Today: Mostly sunny, high near 78°F
Tonight: 20% chance of showers, low near 41°F
Thursday: High near 81°F, storms possible after 3 p.m. (30%)
Friday: Chance of showers, high near 68°F (40%)
Saturday: Showers and storms likely, high near 75°F (50%)
