Colorado
Springs/Local Attractions
Colorado
Springs Statistics
Description:
Colorado's Second Largest City
Elevation: 6,035 Feet
Population: El Paso County - 381,792
Founded: 1871 by General William Jackson Palmer
Square Miles: 183
Major Highways: Interstate 25, U.S.85/87 and 24, Colorado 83, 94, 115 and
122
Pikes Peak Elevation: 14,110 feet above sea level
Shopping Centers: 30
Golf courses: 17 (5 Public)
High-Altitude
Environment
If
you live at a lower elevation, you may tire more easily. Take it easy
until you are acclimated and drink plenty of water. Some visitors may
experience symptoms associated with high altitude. Symptoms may include
headaches, nausea, loss of appetite, restless sleep, coughing and
difficulty breathing. If symptoms persist or if you have a concern about
your health, you should seek medical attention.
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Climate &
Yearly Average Temperatures
There are 250+ days of sunshine per year in Colorado Springs!
With moderate temperatures throughout the year, Colorado Springs is
protected from the harsh weather by two natural barriers: The Rocky
Mountains to the west and Monument Divide to the north.
Month |
Average
Low |
Average
High |
Jan |
16 |
41 |
Feb |
20 |
45 |
March |
24 |
49 |
April |
33 |
60 |
May |
43 |
69 |
June |
52 |
80 |
July |
57 |
85 |
Aug |
56 |
82 |
Sept |
47 |
75 |
Oct |
37 |
66 |
Nov |
25 |
50 |
Dec |
19 |
40 |
Local
Attractions
Colorado Springs at Pikes Peak Convention
& Visitors Bureau
Manitou Springs Visitors Center
Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce
Cripple Creek, Colorado
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