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Golden, CO vs Star, ID

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- Star has 36.4% less rainy days than Golden.
- Star has 13.2% less Sunny Days than Golden.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Star scores 2.8% better than Golden
 Golden, COStar, IDUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1238
 Snowfall73  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock85106
 Sunny242  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock9286
 Avg. Jan. Low19  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.37
 UV Index5.7  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock24702443
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 Star    1 Reviews

I lived here for six months. I love this place. A perfect blend of rural and city. I have a 8-12 mile drive for most things, but anything and every this is here.   More

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