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Manitou Springs, CO vs Brainerd, MN

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- Brainerd has 42.2% more rainy days than Manitou Springs.
- Brainerd has 21.0% less Sunny Days than Manitou Springs.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Brainerd scores 11.3% worse than Manitou Springs
 Manitou Springs, COBrainerd, MNUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock2638
 Snowfall54  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock105106
 Sunny248  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8086
 Avg. Jan. Low17  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock6.37
 UV Index5.3  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock12172443
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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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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No comment since you  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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