Colorado Springs weather First day of winter above average temps snow

Colorado Springs will see above average temperatures on the first day of winter, with a slight chance of morning showers.

The winter solstice, the first day of winter, is bringing above-average temperatures to Colorado Springs. Meteorologist Alan Rose with KOAA forecasts a slight chance of morning showers and highs in the 50s. A weak disturbance will bring scattered rain and snow showers in the morning, followed by sunshine in the afternoon. Thursday morning will be mostly cloudy, with sunny skies in the afternoon and highs reaching 57 degrees. Thursday night will bring clear skies and a low of 28 degrees. Friday will continue with warm and mild temperatures, with highs in the 50s. However, Saturday will bring the first in a series of storms, with snow in the mountains and a chance of rain showers in the morning, followed by wintry precipitation in the evening in Colorado Springs. The National Weather Service's full forecast is as follows:

Friday: Mostly sunny skies with a high of 55 degrees.

Saturday: A 40% chance of precipitation, with rain in the morning and mostly cloudy skies. High of 55 degrees.

Sunday (Christmas Eve): A 70% chance of precipitation, with snow likely and mostly cloudy skies. High of 35 degrees.

Monday (Christmas Day): A 20% chance of snow, mostly sunny skies, and a high of 39 degrees.

Tuesday (Boxing Day): Mostly sunny skies with a high of 43 degrees. Overall, the forecast for Colorado Springs over the next few days includes a mix of sunshine, precipitation, and fluctuating temperatures, making it important for residents to stay updated on the changing weather conditions.