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Colorado Springs Running Weather

Friday, April 17, 2026 · Hour-by-hour forecast updated 7:15 AM MDT

Best Time to Run in Colorado Springs Today

11 AM–12 PM

49°F and overcast at peak. Wind 5 mph from the SSE, dew point 22°F.

83
Peak FitScore
Temperature
49°F / feels 44°
Wind
5 mph SSE, gusts 8
Dew Point
22°F — comfortable
Humidity
35%
UV Index
6 — High
Air Quality
45 AQI — Good

Hourly running conditions

☀️ 7 AM
32
36° feels 25° 16 mph N
☀️ 8 AM
54
38° feels 27° 16 mph N 1% rain
☀️ 9 AM
57
41° feels 30° 13 mph N 1% rain
☀️ 10 AM
74
44° feels 37° 6 mph NNE 3% rain
☁️ 11 AM
83
49° feels 44° 5 mph SSE 4% rain
☁️ 12 PM
80
50° feels 45° 5 mph SE 13% rain
🌧️ 1 PM
42
41° feels 35° 14 mph N 61% rain
🌨️ 2 PM
31
36° feels 27° 14 mph NNE 69% rain
🌨️ 3 PM
39
38° feels 27° 16 mph N 40% rain
☁️ 4 PM
41
38° feels 26° 18 mph N 27% rain
☁️ 5 PM
26
38° feels 25° 20 mph N 18% rain
☀️ 6 PM
28
37° feels 25° 19 mph N 8% rain
80–100 Excellent 60–79 Good 40–59 Fair Below 40 Poor

7-day running forecast

🌨️
Today Apr 17
59° / 30°
83
🏃 11 AM–12 PM 💧 69%
☁️
Sat Apr 18
54° / 27°
83
🏃 11 AM–12 PM
☁️
Sun Apr 19
70° / 42°
100
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
☁️
Mon Apr 20
74° / 52°
100
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
☁️
Tue Apr 21
75° / 57°
94
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
☁️
Wed Apr 22
77° / 58°
89
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
☁️
Thu Apr 23
67° / 47°
88
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
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🌤 Tomorrow in Colorado Springs: Best window: 9–11 AM (FitScore 95) 6am: 48°F, feels 45° — NW 8mph 9am: 58°F, feels 56° — W 12mph 12pm: 66°F, feels 65° — SW 8mph ☔ Rain likely after 3pm.
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Colorado Springs running weather FAQ

What's the best time to run in Colorado Springs today?

Based on today's FitScore analysis, the best time to run is 11 AM–12 PM with a peak FitScore of 83/100. Check the hourly breakdown above for detailed conditions throughout the day.

What months are best for running in Colorado Springs?

The best months for running in Colorado Springs are May, June, September, October. The most challenging months are typically December, January. Altitude means stronger UV and thinner air. Wear sunscreen and ease into intensity. Afternoon thunderstorms are common.

What is the FitScore?

FitScore rates each hour from 0–100 for outdoor exercise based on temperature, humidity, dew point, wind, precipitation probability, UV index, and air quality. Higher scores mean better conditions.

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