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Brookings, SD vs Arcata, CA

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- Arcata has 78.3% more rainy days than Brookings.
- Arcata has 17.5% less Sunny Days than Brookings.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Arcata scores 13.4% better than Brookings
 Brookings, SDArcata, CAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock4638
 Snowfall35  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock124106
 Sunny212  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock6586
 Avg. Jan. Low4  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.67
 UV Index3.6  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock232443
Reviews for Brookings    5 Reviews

The 165-foot tall Coughlin Campanile in Brookings, SD, can be seen from miles away, marking Brookings, South Dakota, home of South Dakota State University. The  More

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Over 16 years ago

Nice Midwestern  More

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i am originally from arizona, abandoned here by my ex husband. being a minority in the area is not the best idea as this city is slow to accept new comers to the area.  More

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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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