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Re: [at-l] temp/alt?
Sure,
A good rule of thumb is about 3.5 degrees F for every 1000 feet.
But you have to remember that you are probably going to encounter more severe
weather conditions as you ascend - especially above treeline - higher winds and
sometimes a higher moisture content when you are walking in the clouds make it feel
even colder.
bob
"All The Way"
AT '97
Robert and Catherine Rubin wrote:
> Can anybody tell me the number of degrees that the temperature drops for
> every 1000 feet you ascend in the mountains? I know there's some formula.
> Is it every 1000 feet? or a smaller figure?
>
> Thanks,
>
> --Rhymin' Worm
>
> (Robert Rubin) GA>ME '97 -- RHYMWORM@MINDSPRING.COM
> Newsletter Editor, Piedmont Appalachian Trail Hikers (PATH)
>
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