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Golden, CO vs Roanoke Rapids, NC

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- Roanoke Rapids has 144.9% more rainy days than Golden.
- Roanoke Rapids has 13.6% less Sunny Days than Golden.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Roanoke Rapids scores 5.6% better than Golden
 Golden, CORoanoke Rapids, NCUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock4638
 Snowfall73  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock107106
 Sunny242  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock9086
 Avg. Jan. Low19  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.57
 UV Index5.7  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock1572443
Reviews for Golden    5 Reviews

...6 months of winter from the first snowfall to the last. Lots of warm, sunny days in between. However...just when you think you can get out your shorts and sandals,  More

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It doesn't get any better than this little town, nestled between two stunning mesas. Beauty abounds in every direction. You have that "small town feel" but are just  More

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Over 11 years ago

Golden is a fantastic place to have a family! Close to metro Denver, but close to the mountains and all its recreation. The schools are very good! My boys are 5 and  More

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Reviews for Roanoke Rapids    2 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

This is a inexpensive housing market but you should seek an experience property manager before investing here. Roanoke Rapids is a great place to invest, we have a  More

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Over 18 years ago

Well, I lived here for five years. When you first arrive the smell of the paper mill will overwhelm you. The paper mill is one of the biggest employers there. After a  More

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