Why Balloon Fiesta is In October

 

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Hi Steve,   My 9 yr old son loves watching you every morning, especially during the fiesta.   Was wondering, since you have so much involvement and knowledge of the Balloon Fiesta, if the fiest ever considered doing the fiesta a week earlier?  It seems like the weather always seems to cooperate a little better the week before.  Just food for thought!!   Thanks for all the fun and smiles,   Heather Rio Rancho   Heather It's a great question, and has been asked MANY times.  Those in charge say they have studied the long term weather patterns, and that on average, the first days in October are as good as any, offering conditioons that are nearly perfect for ballooning.  It is also the period most likely to feature the famous n wind pattern known as the Albuquerque Box.   I too am often frustrated to enjoy a week or two of seemingly perfect weather right before balloons, only to get blown out for the event.  However, officials at the State Fair will tell you they often have bad weather in September too.  The scheduling of the Fair is another factor for BF folks to consider, as there is a need for a bit of a break between the two events.  There is no insurance that moving the event forward a week would make tghings any better. The dates are set years in advance, and I'd be very surprised to see any changes in the near future.  Besides, if the weather was perfect, we'd have NOTHING to complain about!  God bless....ss

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