A Red Flag Fire Warning is in effect for today due to gusty winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels.
Winds will be gusting to 40 mph out of the southwest.
Conditions will be favorable for the rapid growth and spread of wildfire.
Salida and Buena Vista can expect a sunny high of 87 today, an overnight low of 51.
The San Luis Valley will see a high of 81, a low of 45.
Leadville and Fairplay will warm up to 71, a low of 37.