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Arcata, CA vs Kansas City, MO

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Highlights
- Kansas City has 8.9% less rainy days than Arcata.
- Kansas City has 22.9% more Sunny Days than Arcata.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Kansas City scores 5.3% worse than Arcata
 Arcata, CAKansas City, MOUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock4238
 Snowfall1  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock98106
 Sunny175  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8986
 Avg. Jan. Low41  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.27
 UV Index5  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock8992443
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 12 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 Kansas City    83 Reviews

I was born and raised in the Kansas City area and have moved and come back twice. Kansas City has a lot to do, prices are very reasonable, and how can you beat having a  More

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KC has seriously grown over the last 20 years, specifically the downtown area. The city as a whole has become a more inviting place for younger generations as well with  More

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Over 5 years ago

I have lived in Kansas City my entire life. I've also lived in other states. Yes, there are bad guys/gals that live here. Can you name a big city that is  More

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