The City of Colo, IA
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The city of Colo is located in the state of Iowa in Story County and has a population of 869 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Colo is Des Moines, approximately 29 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Colo, including Niland's Cafe, Colo Bar, Casey's Carry-Out Pizza, Country House Family Restaurant and Casey's Carry Out Pizza. For a larger selection of Colo restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Colo Golf Courses, Arenas and/or Botanical Gardens, including the Oaks Golf Course, Homewood Golf Course, Prairie View Golf Course, Twin Anchors Golf Club and Harvester Golf Club The. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Colo please click on the Attractions tab above. The following 2 airports are located in or near Colo:
- Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)
- Marshalltown Municipal Airport (MIW)
Colo, Iowa Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Colo
In the month of December, Colo experiences an average high temperature of 31 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 14 degrees with an average rainfall of 1.15 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Colo with daytime temperatures averaging 80 degrees in the summer, and 30 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Colo to receive an average of 0.98 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 4.21 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as 104 degrees in the summer and as low as -28 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Colo should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 60 degrees, and nighttime lows of 38.
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Colo, Iowa Attractions
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A. H. Blank Golf Course - Des Moines, The A. H. Blank Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Polk County Iowa. Built in 1971, this Des Moines course designed by Larry Packard is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 515-285-0864. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 808 County Line Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320
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Adventureland - Altoona, Adventureland is a family-owned amusement park in Altoona, Iowa. It features over 100 rides, shows and attractions.
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American Legion Memorial Golf Course - Marshalltown, The American Legion Memorial Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Marshall County Iowa. Built in 1956, this Marshalltown course is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted up to 3 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 515-752-1834. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 1301 S 6th St, Marshalltown, IA 50158
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Arie den Boer Arboretum - Des Moines, Arie den Boer Arboretum is an arboretum located in the Water Works Park 1,500 acres at 408 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, Iowa. It is open to the public daily.
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Blue Course at Willow Creek Golf Course - West Des Moines, The Blue Course at Willow Creek Golf Course is a 36 hole public golf course in Polk County Iowa. Built in 1980, this West Des Moines course is open all year. For tee time information call the pro shop at 515-285-4558. The golf course dress code is as follows: No dress code.
Address: 140 Army Post Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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Briarwood Golf Course - Ankeny, The Briarwood Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Polk County Iowa. Built in 1995, this Ankeny course designed by Gordy Cunninham is open mar 1 to dec 1 - closed on mondays. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 515-964-4653. The golf course dress code is as follows: No dress code.
Address: 3405 NE Trilein Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
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Briggs Woods Golf Course - Webster City, The Briggs Woods Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Iowa. Built in 1971, this Webster City course is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance. The golf course dress code is as follows: No dress code.
Address: 2501 Briggs Woods Trl, Webster City, IA 0
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Copper Creek Golf Course - , Pleasant Hill, The Copper Creek Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Polk County Iowa. Built in 1997, this Pleasant Hill course designed by Gordon Cunningham is open mar 1 to oct 31. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 515-263-1600. The golf course dress code is as follows: No tank tops or cutoffs.
Address: 4815 Copper Creek Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50317
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Des Moines Art Center - Des Moines, The Des Moines Art Center is an art museum with an extensive collection of paintings, sculpture, modern art and mixed media. It was established in 1948 in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Des Moines Botanical Center - Des Moines, The Des Moines Botanical Center is a botanical garden in central Iowa, located at 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, Iowa in the US, on the east bank of the Des Moines River.
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Colo, Iowa Hotels
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Colo, Iowa Restaurants
This is a list of Colo Family Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers, including Pizza Restaurants and Bar & Grill Restaurants. Happy Dining!
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Colo Articles
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