Snow day

Experience Boulder weather shifts, from the warm April 30 to surprising May Day snowfall. Bike rides and changing climates await!

ByPhil Plait
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One thing that amazes me about Boulder is the capricious weather. April 30 was very warm, and after an 8 km bike ride I was exhausted and sweaty. The next day... well, see for yourself. I do so love it here. When I left Maryland in 2000 to move to California, it was 22 Fahrenheit outside with piles of snow everywhere. Besides a light dusting the first winter there, I don't think I ever saw snow in California and I certainly didn't miss it. It's nice to be able to enjoy it again, even if this May Day snowfall is probably it for six month or more. And hey, this is my 50th video uploaded to YouTube! Cool. Literally.

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