The first weekend in May has arrived with a forecast perfect for outdoor activities. Unlike recent weeks, the risk for fire is lower despite drought conditions that continue to plague most of the state. Localized fire danger will continue through week, so be careful with any outdoor burning.

A few isolated showers and thunderstorms are possible across most of the Colorado Saturday. The most likely areas to see precipitation will be the north central mountains and north central plains.

Light winds – generally less than 15 miles per hour – are expected.

Eastern Plains

Most of the plains will see temperatures in the upper 70s to mid-80s Saturday, with Eads, Lamar, La Junta and Springfield seeing the warmest temperatures. A weak cold front backs into northeast Colorado Saturday evening, however temperatures will remain mild, and the warming trend will continue into the coming work week.

Potential for afternoon and evening showers continues this week, including Sunday and Monday afternoon, and the possibility of stronger storms Thursday for the northeast.

Temperatures will remain above seasonal averages in the coming days, with highs reaching to near 90 later in the week for the southeast plains.

West Slope

High pressure will bring sunny skies and warm temperatures to western Colorado. Highs will mainly be in the mid- to upper 70s Saturday, thought Telluride is expected to see upper 50s. A few isolated showers are possible later in the day.

Over the coming week, look for above-average temperatures a limited potential for moisture.

Weather information updated throughout the day is available at http://weather.kiowacountypress.net.