little snow in colorado springs? (picture)

[Stevie30]

It's so strange how Coloradoans claim that their state has a mild climate,and they would claim that it's rare when they get heavy snow,arctic temps,etc.

Colorado is not located in a mild climate zone,but from reading the Colorado Forums about their weather,you would think they were describing Southern California weather.

[Charles]

Originally Posted by Stevie30

It's so strange how Coloradoans claim that their state has a mild climate,and they would claim that it's rare when they get heavy snow,arctic temps,etc.

Colorado is not located in a mild climate zone,but from reading the Colorado Forums about their weather,you would think they were describing Southern California weather.

Have you ever spent a week in Colorado in winter? If so, you wouldn't think it was strange - and the data back this up. Yes there are big snow storms couple times a year, but mostly in spring when the snow can melt quickly. Last year was extra nasty - ask anyone.

I played basketball at lunchtime outside in the sun in shorts and tshirts all week except today. It was slightly higher temps than normal, probably in the mid to high 40s yet it felt like the 60s. The sun and dry air makes a huge difference. Did anyone notice how cold the 30s temps felt today when the humidity was so high?

Most people in SoCal sit at their desk at lunchtime reading the paper or going online instead of walking outside or doing something active. On the weekends they watch TV or go to malls or movies or are stuck in traffic or use their computer - just like everyone else in the country. The average Angelino goes to the beach about once every three years, spends 17 minutes a day outside during the week and 43 minutes a day outside on the weekends. In fact, I'd venture to say that Coloradoans are more active and more outdoor than Californians.




By the way, I lived in SoCal for 45 years.