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Name: Devon
Status: Student
Grade: 6-8
Location: MN
Country: United States
Date: May 2007
Question:
Is there a recording of the temperatures of the Carlsbad Caverns for many years? If so where may I find them?


Replies:
Devon,
I do not know for sure if there is a record of the temperature in each of the caves. There are 100 surveyed caves in Carlsbad Caverns National Park. According to the park web site:

http://www.nps.gov/cave/

the caves are 56 degrees Fahrenheit (13 degrees Celsius) all year round. My guess is that there is VERY little fluctuation in this temperature.

I would suggest calling the park and asking them about a written record of temperatures if you need more specific documentation.

Hope this helps.
--Michelle Weinberger


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