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Arcata, CA vs Homer, AK

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- Homer has 20.2% less rainy days than Arcata.
- Homer has 22.9% less Sunny Days than Arcata.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Homer scores 28.9% worse than Arcata
 Arcata, CAHomer, AKUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock3738
 Snowfall1  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock147106
 Sunny175  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock6386
 Avg. Jan. Low41  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock5.47
 UV Index5  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock1052443
Reviews for Arcata    17 Reviews

Pros: Nature hikes Cons: One of highest crime rates in the nation. Opioid epidemic going on (you’ll regularly witness drug deals and ppl doing drugs) No  More

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It takes a special set of preferences to select Arcata. Is this you? - You love clouds and fog. You are happy if you see the sun maybe 10-20 times a year. - Chilly  More

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Over 11 years ago

I've lived in Humboldt for over 30 yrs and know all the areas well. Arcata is the jewel of Humboldt due to having a university and many liberal creative people. There is  More

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Reviews for Homer    3 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

homer is a beautiful place on the bay, with a wilderness edge and a community  More

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Over 18 years ago

Homer is one of the most beautiful places when the sun is shining. It's a great place to raise kids. The long dark winters can become quite a  More

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Homer is really great in the summer. It has a variety of little restaraunts, cafes, and coffee shops to suit all tastes. There is an active outdoor recreation scene  More

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