Colorado Weather Alert: Fall Cold Front Brings Sharp Cooldown to Southern Colorado on Monday

PUEBLO, CO – A strong fall cold front is set to bring a sharp cooldown to southern Colorado starting late Sunday night, dropping temperatures significantly as we head into the workweek. According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, residents can expect an abrupt shift from warm October weather to much colder conditions.

Warm Weekend Turns Cold on Monday

The weekend will end with temperatures dropping sharply as the cold front pushes through the state. Saturday and Sunday will remain unseasonably warm, with highs in the 70s and 80s expected across the eastern plains, while mountain valleys may experience scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms before the cold front arrives.

Eastern plains: Highs will range from the 70s to upper 80s with mostly sunny skies and low chances of rain.
Mountain valleys: Temperatures will climb to the mid-60s, with a 50% chance of afternoon showers.
Higher peaks: Expect highs in the 40s to 60s, with rain mixed with light snow in the higher elevations.

Cold Front Pushes In Sunday Night

By Sunday night, the cold front will make its way through Colorado, sending temperatures plummeting. Monday’s highs will be significantly cooler, with most lower elevations seeing highs in the 50s and 60s, while mountain areas will dip into the 30s and 40s. This will bring a crisp, breezy start to the workweek.

What to Expect and How to Prepare

Wind and Clouds: Drivers along I-25 and U.S. 50 could experience gusty winds and patchy low clouds early Monday morning as the cold air settles in.
Protecting Your Property: It’s the first widespread chill of the season, so it’s advisable to protect sensitive plants, pets, and outdoor plumbing from the cold temperatures.

Midweek Rebound and Next Week’s Weather

Temperatures are expected to rebound slightly by midweek as the cold front moves out. However, another weather front could arrive late next week, bringing more changes to the forecast.