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Manitou Springs, CO vs Rio Rancho, NM

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Highlights
- Rio Rancho has 35.1% less rainy days than Manitou Springs.
- Rio Rancho has 10.1% more Sunny Days than Manitou Springs.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Rio Rancho scores 8.5% better than Manitou Springs
 Manitou Springs, CORio Rancho, NMUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1238
 Snowfall54  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock50106
 Sunny248  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock9486
 Avg. Jan. Low17  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.77
 UV Index5.3  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock52822443
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 Rio Rancho    21 Reviews

I have lived in the area for the past three years with my husband. Although vastly better than Albuquerque, this is not a safe area. We have had overt and petty crime on  More

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The pros: -Fairly good year-round weather. Sunny days outnumber cloudy days, there are days when the temps fall below freezing and the sun will still be shining. It's  More

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Over 5 years ago

Affordable housing, low crime (compared to Albuquerque), awesome weather with all 4 seasons, beautiful environment and some pretty awesome people. I love Rio Rancho,  More

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