Scattered afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms will persist through the week and into the weekend. Heavy rain and lightning will be the most likely hazards from these storms.
Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 73. A low of 47. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 71, a low of 43. Leadville and Fairplay look for a high of 59 with a low of 35.
Danny “Dan R” Ridenour has been in radio and television broadcasting for over 40 years, starting as a senior in high school in Rogers, Arkansas. His radio career has had stops in Nashville, Memphis, Oklahoma, and eventually, Colorado. Dan enjoys being involved in the community, having been a member of the Upper Arkansas Service Club and is currently on the board of directors for the Salida Community Center and is a member of the Chaffee County Fair Committee. He and his wife Carrie spend their days doing everything the mountains have to offer: hiking, camping, fishing and skiing. They've raised 3 children and have 2 grandchildren.