Colorado Springs, CO — Frost clings to rooftops along the foothills this early morning as the first light cuts across Pikes Peak. The air feels still and crisp — one of those mornings where you can see your breath but still smell fall in the air.
After a brisk start, temperatures will rebound into the mid-50s under full sunshine. Winds remain light and variable, creating a calm setup across the southern Front Range. The pattern holds through Friday, with another chilly morning in the upper 20s before highs climb back into the low 60s by Saturday.
This weekend offers a brief warm-up — ideal for late-season hiking or yard work before the next transition begins. Sunday will push near 75°F, the warmest stretch in several days, but don’t expect it to last. A new Pacific system forming early next week could drive colder air toward the Rockies by November 8–12, potentially bringing the first measurable snow of the month above 6,000 feet.
Residents should continue prepping for the early-winter shift: wrap outdoor faucets, check heating systems, and plan mountain travel cautiously after next weekend.
For now, the I-25 corridor enjoys a classic late-October mix — cold dawns, sunny days, and calm skies. But the calm won’t last forever. Models agree: Colorado’s first true winter pulse is lining up for mid-November.
