Salida and Buena Vista can expect a high of 73. Look for an overnight low of 37. The San Luis Valley will see a high of 69 a low of 33. Leadville and Fairplay will warm up to 55 with a low of 29.
Clear skies and mild conditions will continue through Saturday. A cold front arrives on Sunday bringing our next chance of rain and much colder air to begin next week.
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.