From researching the holding site, I was able to find information on Trip Planner Historical Average Daily Temperatures for the area From June 24 to July 8 . Weather statistics based on searched dates from 1996 to present. Probabilities (chance of) statistics indicate the chance of an event or condition per day (ie. a 30 percent chance of a cloudy day indicates that each day has a 30 percent chance of being cloudy) . Temperature Average High Temperature is 83 historical range 59 to 96 F Average Low Temperature is 52 F historical range 32 F to 75 F There is a 16% chance of a Hot Day (temperature over 90 F) (19 days out of 119 in historical record). Most consecutive days found in historic record: 4 There is a 99% chance of a Warm Day (temperature over 60 F) (118 days out of 119 in historical record). Most consecutive days found in historic record: 13 There is a 0% chance of a Freezing Day (temperature below 32 F) (0 days out of 119 in historical record). Most consecutive days found in historic record: 0 Daily Precipitation Average Daily Precipitation is 0.10 historical range 0.00 to 0.94 There is a 12% chance of a Precipitation Day (14 days out of 119 in historical record). Most consecutive days found in historic record: 4 Cloud Cover Average Cloud Cover is mostly sunny There is a 22% chance of a Cloudy Day (26 days out of 119 in historical record). Most consecutive days found in historic record: 3 Wind Average Wind is 9 mph historical range 5 mph to 21 mph There is a 24% chance of a Windy Day (average wind over 10 mph) (28 days out of 119 in historical record). Most consecutive days found in historic record: 3 Humidity Average High Dew Point is 51 F historical range 25 F to 64 F Average Low Dew Point is 38 F historical range 7F to 55 F There is a 6% chance of a Humid Day (dew point over 65 F) (7 days out of 119 in historical record). Most consecutive days found in historic record: 3 These are the statistics from weather underground for the weather records at Air Force Academy, Colorado. I have also read where the weather at the park (the gathering) would be expected to be cooler and windier, because it's at a higher elevation and that sudden light rains or sprinkles can be a common afternoon occurance for some areas in the park. Any one have more info on weather expectations?
I think it's way too early to think about the weather. Hope for great weather, but take on any weather.
I've spent a lot and I mean A LOT of time out in the high country here in Colorado. Be prepared. It does get cold at night. Storms can bring hail and snow. I strongly suggest bringing a lot of sun block, as the UV rays are very strong, and you can still burn EVEN IF THERE IS CLOUD COVER...really! Sometimes you can get headaches from the UV ray brightness. And it CAN get really hot (even at high altitudes). Dehydration is for sure a real factor when it comes to the high country...the air is really dry too. There will be RAPS regarding *altitude sickness* but please so your research on it so you can be prepared.
Bring snow boots, and good thick socks!!! It can always snow at that high of an elevation, and if your feet are warm you are so much better of. If only i had known this before the Utah gathering, i might have stuck aaround for more than 2 days.
I think elevation is going to be a big deciding factor on this question, I really dont think we can answer this till the site location is announced... Mike...
