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Figure 3: Effect of Weather

Figure 3 shows the effect of the weather on bike trips. Cyclists on the Custis Trail are much more averse to rain than to cold temperatures. This also strengthens the case for trail maintenance and snow clearing through the winter. If the trails are clear of snow, many people will ride despite the cold. A relatively small investment in clearing the trails keeps people on their bikes, which mean less cars on the road.

Notes on Data Below:

Sunday, March 5 (low ridership day): Low 33 degrees F, high 58 degrees, 1.39 inches of rain

Thursday, March 10 (lowest ridership day): Low 46 degrees F, high 56 degrees, 1.41 inches of rain

Sunday, March 13 (highest ridership day): Low 39 degrees F, high 59 degrees, no rain

Friday, March 18 (high ridership day): Low 48 degrees F, high 80 degrees, no rain