The graph below is growing degree days (GDD) for the Walla Walla Airport and Pasco Airport. Walla Walla on the average is warmer than Pasco. The graph below is produced with data from the National Weather Service. The graph below compares GDD for Benton East which represents the Red Mt. AVA. The other data is
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