Yes, of course Colorado does get a lot of snow every winter, especially in mountain towns. However, when compared to the coldest states in America, the state isn’t even in the top ten. The average snowfall ranges from 60-100 inches annually. What are the winters like in Colorado? Winters are […]
“Manitou Springs has been the quintessential tourist town since the 1870s, when visitors discovered the healing waters the Ute Indians had been drinking for years. Many of the town’s mineral springs still function today and the water is free.” What is Manitou Springs known for? Manitou Springs, Colorado is a […]
The state’s low 3.4 percent unemployment rate is evidence that many companies are likely having a challenging time finding the employees they need. Some moaning is valid, but the situation isn’t so dire that all companies can’t find applicants. Some report getting hundreds of résumés — even a thousand — […]
Boulder, Colorado is the number one happiest city, according to the National Geographic Gallup Special/Blue Zones Index. Is Colorado a Blue Zone? Are we living in a Blue Zone? In short, no. “There’s no way any place in Colorado will be an official Blue Zones area,” Buettner declared. “America gets […]
“Colorado has become a liberal state. That’s why people are leaving,” Kim explained. “You didn’t even mention other reasons to leave: traffic, traffic, traffic. Crowds, trashed natural areas, destroyed parks and once pristine open spaces. Why is Colorado not a good place to live? Most of Colorado’s population essentially lives […]
25.00%. The percentage score for 2 out of 8 is 25.00%. This is an F grade. What is a 2 out of 8 grade percentage? 25%Answer: 2/8 as a percentage is expressed as 25%. What letter grade is a 2 8? A 2.8 GPA, or Grade Point Average, is equivalent […]
Japan’s snow season typically begins in mid- to-late December, just before Christmas, and continues through late March or early April. This will vary from resort to resort based on the actual snow conditions. The season peaks from mid-January to late February. Some winter resorts open in late October. Is snow […]
The mean, or average, SAT composite score is 1060. Note that the test is deliberately designed so that the mean score hovers around 1000 on the 1600-point scale—about 500 per section. What is a good SAT score for a junior? This was the average national composite SAT score for the […]
This climate pattern starts by churning up colder water in the Pacific Ocean. That pushes the jet stream north and brings wetter weather to the Pacific Northwest and drier, warmer conditions to Colorado and other western states. Why does it feel warmer in Colorado? That’s largely because the area lacks […]
Much of the water supply for seven western states begins as snow in the mountains of Colorado. The albedo of fresh white snow is about 80%. This means the surface is highly reflective of the sun’s radiation. This is why a snowy field can appear so blindingly bright on a […]
The Climate The Denver metro area is known for its semi-arid, high-desert climate — though the weather is heavily influenced by the proximity of the Rocky Mountains and Front Range. Is Colorado considered a desert? When most people think “Colorado”, they’re thinking enormous mountains, ski hills, and lush forests. Very […]
The ticket wicket, a.k.a. the Colorado Penguin, was invented by Peter Neidecker, Sr. in the 1960s. Henry Perky came up with shredded wheat in the 1890s. Frank Marugg invented the Denver boot in 1944. What things originated in Colorado? 12 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know Came From Colorado Teddy Bear. […]
The first snowfall of winter for Denver often arrives in October, but the snow can begin as early as September or as late as November. The season’s last snowfall lands in April or in May. Denver is normally free of snow every year during June, July and August. How many […]
Although Colorado’s signature drink, The Snowball, is traditionally comprised of equal parts lemonade and advocaat, it seems as if there are several variations of the thing. What is the most popular drink in Colorado? The Long Island Iced Tea and Whiskey Sour are the most popular cocktails overall, with Moscow […]
Colorado currently doesn’t have a state fruit. Alamosa Republican state Senator Larry Crowder is trying to get the palisade peach and the Rocky Ford cantaloupe added to the roster. What is the famous fruit in Colorado? Summer means peach season in Colorado, and we can’t get enough of this sweet, […]