Big changes are on the way and could bring snow to the mountains
Tonight's Forecast: Gusty conditions continue to impact us into the evening with the highest winds in the plains. Some of us gusting to 50 mph, but towards the Pikes Peak region we are gusting to around 40 mph. We have seen some dust get kicked up which could limit visibility on the roads. This should start to die down once we get closer to sunset.
Colorado Springs forecast: Low:High:
Pueblo forecast: Low:High:
Canon City forecast:Low:High:
Woodland Park forecast:Low:High:
Tri-Lakes forecast:Low:High:
Plains forecast:Low: Upper 40s/ Lower 50s; High: Lower 70s; The plains were hit the hardest today with those wind gusts. Lamar in particular saw wind gusts reach 50 mph. This could continue into tomorrow and the weekend as this storm system moves in. Highs will slowly cool into the 60s going into Saturday. The plains will also get some much needed rain across the area.
Walsenburg and Trinidad forecast:Low: High:
Mountains forecast: Low: Mid 30s; High: Lower 60s; The mountains look to get their first significant snowfall of the season over the weekend. Right now snow totals are expected for the higher peaks and they could see 1-3 feet of snow. Winter Storm Warnings are in place until Sunday at noon for parts of the southern mountains. Telluride is the focus right now for the snowfall. Closer to home, Pikes Peak could see a wintry mix but no watches or warnings are in place.
Extended outlook forecast: This storm system is looking to shake things up for us this weekend. As this system moves in its creating some gusty conditions and this could last throughout the weekend. Widespread rain is expected for Saturday, which is much needed for the drought conditions. Let's break down this forecast:
Heavy rain will come in several waves throughout Saturday and there could be some thunderstorms mixed in here. Rainfall amounts look to be about 2-3 inches over the far southeast plains by Sunday.
For the higher terrain, specifically the San Juans, heavy snowfall is expected. The snow level right now looks to be at 9,000 feet. Snow totals could get up to a few feet at the maximum. We could see several inches in the upper Rio Grande Valley around the Creede area. If you do plan on traveling to the mountains this weekend, use caution because travel may be difficult at times. The passes, including Wolf Creek Pass, could get slippery at times. It's always better to use caution and slow down!
