Flood watches cover southwestern Colorado as 70 mph gusts hit San Luis Valley

Gusts reaching 70 miles per hour threaten the San Luis Valley as flood watches take effect for the southwestern corner of the state. Meteorologists report that overnight lows will drop into the 40s and low 50s across southern Colorado, bringing a wet start to the week. Additional showers are expected statewide, with specific attention on the areas under active flood alerts.

In Colorado Springs, temperatures will range from a low of 38 degrees to a high of 49 degrees. A few lingering showers may persist into Sunday night alongside elevated winds. A brief break in the rain is expected overnight before new systems bring moisture back for Monday.

Pueblo residents face a low of 43 degrees and a high of 57 degrees. Monday will bring a high chance of showers and gusty winds, with rain continuing through the afternoon. The second half of the week is forecast to be drier, offering a respite from the current precipitation.

Canon City will see highs near 54 degrees and lows around 41 degrees. Showers are expected from late morning through the afternoon on Monday. Winds in this area may gust up to 50 miles per hour, and temperatures will run cooler than average for this time of year.

Woodland Park is set to be the coldest location in the region, with a low of 31 degrees and a high of 41 degrees. Residents there should expect rain and possible snow from late morning through the afternoon on Monday. The extended outlook shows a drier Tuesday with seasonal temperatures returning. A few shower chances remain for Wednesday, while Thursday and Friday are predicted to be dry across southern Colorado.