Longmont Essential Info
Overview
Longmont is a city in Colorado.
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Basics
Best Time To Go
Mar-Oct
Current Time
Current Weather
61 °F
Windy
Fun Facts
- According to the Software & Information Industry Association, the Boulder/Longmont area has the highest concentration ofsoftware-related jobs in the nation.
- Longmont was named for Stephen Long, Western explorer. His namesake “Longs Peak,” combined with “mont”.
- Longmont is the site of first “JC Penney” store.
- Longmont is the home of the first public library in the state of Colorado.
- Longmont is home of Greg Biekert, professional football player for the Oakland Raiders and Minnesota Vikings.
Popular Foods
- Souther BBQ
- Green Bean Casserole