Colorado Springs, CO
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Use Caution for hiking. High near 51°F. Rain forecast later today (80%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Biking
Use Caution for biking. High near 51°F. Rain forecast later today (80%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Outdoor Events / Activities
Use Caution for outdoor events / activities. High near 51°F. Rain forecast later today (80%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs is a Pikes Peak region planning page for city parks, red-rock trails, foothill rides, creek paths, outdoor events, and family-friendly trail days along the Front Range.
Make the Most of a Colorado Springs Day
Use the forecast to decide between lower-elevation parks, exposed red-rock trails, foothill rides, or event plans. Wind, lightning, hail, and sharp elevation changes can make nearby choices feel very different.
Weather Tips for Colorado Springs
- Afternoon thunderstorms, hail, strong foothill wind, hot exposed rock, smoke, and icy winter trail surfaces can all affect Colorado Springs plans.
- Elevation can change temperature, wind, storm timing, road conditions, and sun exposure within a short drive.
- For biking, watch wind, heat, trail exposure, and whether recent rain has left dirt, clay, or rock surfaces slick.
- Start early for high routes because afternoon storms, cold wind, and road issues can narrow your options quickly.
Nearby Towns and Areas
This page is meant to cover a roughly 25-mile outdoor-planning area around Colorado Springs, including Colorado Springs parks, foothill open spaces, Manitou Springs approaches, and close-in Pikes Peak region trail systems. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:
- Garden of the Gods
- Red Rock Canyon Open Space
- Manitou Springs
- Palmer Park
- Cheyenne Mountain State Park
- Ute Valley Park
- Fountain
- Old Colorado City
Plan Around the Conditions
Use the forecast to choose the best version of Colorado Springs rather than forcing one itinerary. Match elevation, heat, wind, storm timing, water conditions, trail surfaces, road conditions, fire restrictions, and seasonal closures to the activity that gives your group the most comfortable day.