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Gainesville, FL vs Erie, PA

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- Erie has 12.2% less rainy days than Gainesville.
- Erie has 29.9% less Sunny Days than Gainesville.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Erie scores 9.9% worse than Gainesville
 Gainesville, FLErie, PAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock4438
 Snowfall0  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock171106
 Sunny224  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8186
 Avg. Jan. Low41  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock6.47
 UV Index5.7  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock6532443
Reviews for Gainesville    60 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

I've lived here most of my life. It's changed a lot, and a lot of the locals don't like it. Because it's home to one of the largest universities in the country, we see a  More

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Lovely diverse city! People is nice and there is always something to do. Outdoors activities are awesome! The springs are beautiful and there are plenty of hiking  More

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Gainesville has the highest taxes and electrical rates in the state. The city is run by a bunch of liberals who have no idea what they are doing. Crime and homelessness  More

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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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Over 2 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 6 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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