Colorado Springs, Colorado – A surge of spring storms is headed for Colorado Springs Monday, with lightning, small hail, and heavy rainfall likely to impact roads and travel into the evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, widespread showers and embedded thunderstorms will develop Monday morning, with precipitation continuing through at least Wednesday night. Rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected across the region, and locally higher totals may lead to minor flooding in low-lying areas. Peaks above 11,000 feet, especially in the Rampart Range and San Juans, could see moderate to heavy snow Monday.
On Monday, expect thunderstorms with gusty southeast winds up to 15 mph. High temperatures will reach the low 50s, but heavy downpours may limit visibility on I-25 and nearby roads, especially during the afternoon and early evening commute…