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Brainerd, MN vs Manitou Springs, CO

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- Manitou Springs has 29.7% less rainy days than Brainerd.
- Manitou Springs has 26.5% more Sunny Days than Brainerd.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Manitou Springs scores 12.7% better than Brainerd
 Brainerd, MNManitou Springs, COUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1938
 Snowfall44  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock90106
 Sunny196  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8486
 Avg. Jan. Low-1  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.17
 UV Index3.3  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock63582443
Reviews for Brainerd    5 Reviews

Research, research, research! Personal reviews don't give you the "whole" story! Whether the opinions are "glowing" or scathing do not base your opinion on them! Some  More

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Over 14 years ago

Small town. Everyone knows everyone else's business. No work. Located in Crow Wing County and has highest unemployment rate in the state. Poor healthcare. Essentia  More

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Reviews for Manitou Springs    4 Reviews

Cool mountain climate most of year. Summers are hot (95 degrees) and very dry. Winters are mostly dry and cool to cold (30 degrees). Snows about four times per year  More

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Over 15 years ago

Wow! Have been here a month, came here from Texas and can not believe how friendly the people are. It is breathtakingly beautiful here! So much to do and see.   More

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Over 15 years ago

I lived in Manitou Springs area for 5 years and after relocating for work (lay off), I still miss living there. The entire little town can feel a bit touristy in the  More

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