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Coronado National MemorialManzanita flowers in the snow, Coronado National Memorial
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Coronado National Memorial
Weather
Sunset at Coronado National Memorial
The Park is very scenic
Weather and Climate

Summers are hot, with daytime temperatures in the 90s F (32-37 C) and low humidity in June and July. Winter temperatures often fall below freezing at night, with highs 40-60 F (4-15 C) in December and January. The summer rainy season is between late June and early September. The rain is often accompanied by severe thunder and lightning storms that can cause flash floods. Precipitation, including snow, averages about 20 inches (51 cm) per year.
Oil painting of Francisco Vasquez de Coronado  

Did You Know?
Francisco Vasquez de Coronado was born in 1510 in Salamanca Spain. He was only 30 years old when he began his expedition into what is now the American Southwest. His expedition was considered a failure and he died in obscurity in 1554.

Last Updated: August 02, 2006 at 14:24 EST