A significant cold front is expected to sweep across Southern Colorado on Monday, November 2, bringing a mix of wet and windy conditions to the region. Residents in the Pikes Peak area, including Colorado Springs, should anticipate the arrival of rain and gusty winds beginning around midday. The weather pattern will affect a wide range of elevations, from the eastern plains to the mountainous western regions.
In Colorado Springs, morning temperatures are expected to remain in the 40s before cloud cover and precipitation chances increase toward the late morning and early afternoon. The high temperature is forecast to reach 53 degrees, with a low of 34 degrees. Sustained winds are projected to be around 20 miles per hour, but gusts may reach 40 to 50 miles per hour, particularly in areas closer to eastern El Paso County. The rain is expected to subside by the late afternoon and evening.
Pueblo will experience a similar shift in weather, starting the day with temperatures in the 40s. The city is tracking a more active weather system that will bring rain and wind, with gusts ranging from 30 to 40 miles per hour. Precipitation is likely to begin around noon and continue through the afternoon, clearing by late evening. The forecast high for Pueblo is 59 degrees, with a low of 38 degrees. Tuesday morning is expected to be slightly cooler, with lows in the upper 30s.
Canon City will see morning lows in the 50s, rising to lower 50s by the afternoon. As the cold front moves eastward, wind speeds will increase to between 30 and 40 miles per hour. Rain chances will rise during the late morning and primarily throughout the afternoon. The forecast high for Canon City is 59 degrees, and the low is 37 degrees.
Higher elevations in Teller County, such as Woodland Park, will experience a mix of rain and snow. Morning temperatures will be chilly, ranging from the 20s to the 30s, while afternoon highs will reach the 50s. As the low-pressure system exits the state, winds will pick up and moisture will arrive, leading to mixed precipitation at higher altitudes. This weather activity is expected to clear out by the evening and overnight.
In the Tri-Lakes area, Monument is currently in the 40s but will face increasing moisture and wind later in the day. Winds will shift from the north, with gusts potentially reaching 40 to 50 miles per hour. Rain chances will increase during the late morning and early afternoon. The forecast high for the area is 47 degrees, with a low of 31 degrees.
The eastern plains will see morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s, with afternoon highs staying modest due to incoming rain. Wind gusts will be strong in some areas, approaching 50 miles per hour. Rain may be heavy at times before moving out overnight. The general forecast for the plains indicates highs in the 60s and lows in the 20s.
Southern I-25 locations, including Walsenburg and Trinidad, are expected to have afternoon temperatures in the mid to upper 50s. Rain will push in during the early afternoon and continue throughout the day. Windy conditions are expected to persist into Tuesday. The forecast highs for these areas are 54 and 58 degrees, respectively, with lows in the 20s.
Mountain regions will see morning temperatures in the 30s. Rain is currently moving through the western side of the state before shifting east. Throughout the day, residents in the mountains may encounter rain, snow, and wind. High temperatures in the mountains will range from the 40s to the 50s, with lows in the 20s.
The extended outlook indicates that Tuesday will clear up, although winds will remain. High temperatures will stay relatively consistent throughout the week, varying by only a degree or two. There is another chance of rain in the middle of the week, with increased precipitation chances on Wednesday evening. From Thursday onward, sunny conditions are expected to prevail.
