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Boulder, CO vs Los Alamos, NM

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Highlights
- Los Alamos has 9.4% less rainy days than Boulder.
- Los Alamos has 12.7% more Sunny Days than Boulder.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Los Alamos scores 4.2% better than Boulder
 Boulder, COLos Alamos, NMUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1638
 Snowfall71  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock80106
 Sunny245  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8486
 Avg. Jan. Low19  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.47
 UV Index5.8  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock72112443
Reviews for Boulder    55 Reviews

Outside of the university, Boulder had a very distinctive "wealthy hippy" feel. A lot of alternative medicine and a matching ethos. This is changing some among my  More

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We moved here from Texas about 4 years ago and love it here! The amazing sense of community and high regard for the environment are two of the main reasons we love  More

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Over 5 years ago

Most people do much worse than Boulder. I'm the most critical person I've ever met who is never happy or satisfied -- so that's a pretty huge compliment.   More

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Reviews for Los Alamos    7 Reviews

I've lived here for 8 years now. Fantastic weather, beautiful scenery and outdoor recreation. Close-knit, welcoming and well-educated community that is safe and provides  More

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Over 7 years ago

This school is not what it once was, and it is far from the best school in Los Alamos. If your child is a student here: 1) expect unresponsive teachers who manage your  More

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November 1, 2010 If you like bright blue skies and bountiful sunshine with spectacular views in every direction (blue skies & sunshine only 90-95% of the time),  More

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