Residents of Southern Colorado can look forward to a warm week ahead with temperatures ranging from the 70s to 90s. Today, some areas in the Eastern Plains may even reach the 90-degree mark. The skies will be partly cloudy, and there is a chance of isolated rain showers in the afternoon and evening.

Memorial Day Weather

As families gather to honor Memorial Day, they can expect a hot day with temperatures in the 80s to 90s across the Front Range and Eastern Plains. The High Country will see slightly cooler temperatures in the 70s to 80s, with a possibility of widespread afternoon showers and thunderstorms. The I-25 corridor and areas to the east may also experience isolated showers and thunderstorms.

Week Ahead

The start of the short work week will bring slightly cooler temperatures, with highs falling back into the 70s to 80s. Afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms are expected to continue. By Wednesday, the weather pattern remains consistent, with temperatures staying in the 70s to 80s and rain chances persisting.

Thursday and Friday will see similar weather conditions, with daily afternoon and evening rain chances. As we head into the final weekend of May, the pattern of afternoon rain chances and highs in the 70s to 80s will continue.

Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.