Notable landmarks in Atascadero include the Atascadero State Hospital and Heritage Park, the Atascadero Jail, the Plaza State Historic Park, the...
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Most people know that sunset is the time when the sun goes down. But did you know that the sun doesn't actually set? Instead, Earth rotates into darkness, giving us the illusion that the sun is setting. So what causes sunset?
Well, it's a combination of things. The Earth's atmosphere scatters sunlight in every direction, but blue and violet light are scattered more than other colors. This is why the sky is usually blue during the daytime. As the sun gets lower in the sky, the atmosphere becomes thicker and more dense.
This scattering of sunlight happens to a greater extent, and we see red and orange light more than blue and violet light. That's why sunset is usually a beautiful red or orange color. So next time you see sunset, remember that you're actually seeing Earth rotate into darkness!
Atascadero is located in central California, between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, bordered on the east by the San Luis National Forest and the Santa Ynez Mountains, and on the west by the Santa Lucia Mountains. It is located at 34º 07′ N 119º 23′ W. According to the 2010 census, the city has a population of 21,057.
Atascadero is the county seat of Atascadero County. The city is noted for its wineries, especially the Ermita-Rueda wine region, and its flower production. Some of the more notable landmarks in Atascadero are the Atascadero State Hospital and Heritage Park, the Atascadero Jail, the Plaza State Historic Park, the Atascadero River, and the Atascaderocross Country Course.
The city is situated in the foothills of the Santa Lucia Mountains, at an elevation of 343 feet (104 m). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.6 square miles (14 km2), all of it land.
The climate in Atascadero is Mediterranean. The average temperature in January is 37 °F (3 °C), and the average temperature in July is 87 °F (31 °C). The record high temperature was 116 °F (46 °C) and the record low temperature was 10 °F (−12 °C). The annual precipitation is 48.8 inches (127 cm).
Atascadero is served by the Atascadero Municipal Airport. The nearest interstate highway is Interstate 5, which is approximately 20 miles (32 km) north of the city. Interstate 5 leads east to San Luis Obispo, south to Santa Barbara, and west to Los Angeles.
The most direct route from Atascadero to the state capital, Sacramento, is via Interstate 5 and US Route 101. However, the most direct route from Atascadero to the Los Angeles area is via Interstate 5 and Interstate 15.
Atascadero is home to the Atascadero State Hospital, a psychiatric facility. The Atascadero Jail is also located in the city. The Atascadero Cross Country Course is a registered historic landmark and a popular tourist destination.
The city is also home to several wineries, including Banker's Ridge, Boulder Creek, Ermita-Rueda, Jerrold, Olson Estate, and Piria-Bella. The Atascadero Valley AVA, which covers much of the city, is home to many award-winning wineries.
Notable landmarks in Atascadero include the Atascadero State Hospital and Heritage Park, the Atascadero Jail, the Plaza State Historic Park, the Atascadero River, and the Atascaderocross
}As the sun sets, the sky slowly grows dark. For many people, this is a time to relax and wind down for the day. But have you ever wondered exactly when it gets dark? The answer may surprise you.
Did you know that darkness actually begins long before the sun sets? As the sun gets lower in the sky, its light has to travel through more atmosphere. This filters out some of the blue light, making the sun look redder. At the same time, shadows get longer and darker. So by the time the sun finally dips below the horizon, darkness has already begun to fall.
Of course, not all places on Earth experience darkness at the same time. Near the equator, the sun sets and rises almost directly overhead. This means that there is less of a difference between daytime and nighttime. Closer to the poles, however, the sun stays low in the sky for much of the year. This leads to longer periods of darkness during wintertime.