| Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
 | | Cory, Colorado Climate Summary Average Temperature     •   January: 29°F•   July: 75°F
 •   Annual Average: 52°F
 Precipitation     •   Average Annual Precipitation: 14 inches•   Driest Month: January (0.3 inches)
 •   Wettest Month: May (2.5 inches)
 Snowfall     •   Average Annual Snowfall: 24 inches•   Most Snowfall in a Month: February (6.5 inches)
 Climate Type     •   Semi-arid climate Growing Season     •   Average Frost-Free Period: 120 days•   Last Spring Frost: May 15
 •   First Fall Frost: September 15
 Climate Summary Cory, Colorado has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 52°F, with average highs in the upper 90s in July and average lows in the mid-20s in January. Precipitation is low, averaging just 14 inches per year, with most of it falling in the spring and summer months. Snowfall is also light, averaging just 24 inches per year. The growing season in Cory is relatively short, lasting only about 120 days from mid-May to mid-September. Climate Variability Cory's climate is subject to a fair amount of variability from year to year. Temperatures can vary by as much as 10°F from the average, and precipitation can vary by as much as 50%. This variability can make it difficult to predict the weather in Cory, especially during the winter months. Climate Change The climate in Cory is changing, as it is in many parts of the world. Average temperatures have increased by about 1°F per decade since the early 1900s, and precipitation has become more variable. These changes are likely to continue in the future, and they could have a significant impact on the region's agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems. | 
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 | Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
 Tourist Attractions| | Natural History     •   Cory is nestled in the South Platte River Valley, surrounded by towering sandstone cliffs and rolling grasslands.     •   The area is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including pronghorns, coyotes, and numerous bird species.     •   The nearby Pawnee National Grassland is a vast expanse of native prairie, providing habitat for bison, elk, and other iconic species. Science     •   Cory is home to the Colorado State University-Pueblo's Cory Environmental Center, which conducts research on renewable energy, water conservation, and sustainable agriculture.     •   The center also has a public nature preserve with trails and exhibits highlighting the local ecosystem. Personalities     •   Edward S. Cory, a prominent Colorado rancher and politician, founded the town in 1892.     •   Cory was a key figure in the development of the region's agricultural industry and served as a state legislator and U.S. congressman.     •   The town is named in his honor. | 
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 Nearby Cities:| | 1.Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site (Eads, CO): Commemorates the 1864 massacre of Cheyenne and Arapaho people by U.S. soldiers. 2.Comanche National Grassland (La Junta, CO): Vast grassland ecosystem with hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing opportunities. 3.Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site (La Junta, CO): Restored trading post and military fort that played a significant role in the fur trade and westward expansion. | 
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