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Erie, PA vs Seattle, WA

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- Seattle has 13.8% less rainy days than Erie.
- Seattle has 3.2% less Sunny Days than Erie.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Seattle scores 17.2% better than Erie
 Erie, PASeattle, WAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock3838
 Snowfall101  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock155106
 Sunny157  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock7686
 Avg. Jan. Low20  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.57
 UV Index3.5  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock1772443
Reviews for Erie    28 Reviews

Erie is a hidden gem with something for everyone. Presque isle state park draws about as many visitors as Yellowstone and more than My. Rushmore. Outdoors are covered  More

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K · Erie, PA
Over 3 years ago

I've lived in Erie for 13 years. PROS: - Presque Isle - Shopping options on Peach Street - Great fishing - The Otters and SeaWolves - Decent food scene - 3  More

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Over 7 years ago

I've lived in numerous cities and towns around the country and traveled to countless others. Erie, PA remains, surprisingly, my favorite place to live, work and play.  More

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Reviews for Seattle    321 Reviews

I have lived here since 1975, I moved here from California but was born and raised in Michigan. I would have to say that I never regretted leaving Michigan and their  More

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Over 4 years ago

I’ve lived in Seattle for just under 7 years and while it can be a stunningly beautiful place, I am very excited to leave. I’ll start with some of the positive aspects.  More

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if you can afford it, Seattle is a very nice place to live and raise a family! however, it is extremely expensive and in the winter, it's rather gloomy. i love gloomy  More

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