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Gainesville, FL vs Riverside, CA

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Highlights
- Riverside has 77.5% less rainy days than Gainesville.
- Riverside has 23.7% more Sunny Days than Gainesville.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Riverside scores 22.5% better than Gainesville
 Gainesville, FLRiverside, CAUnited States
 Rainfall501138
 Snowfall0028
 Precipitation11334106
 Sunny224277205
 Avg. July High929486
 Avg. Jan. Low414222
 Comfort Index (higher=better)7.18.77
 UV Index5.75.74.3
 Elevation1778272443
Reviews for Gainesville    60 Reviews

Over 2 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 Riverside    42 Reviews

I've lived in Riverside for 54 years. It changed a LOT when people from LA started moving here in droves. Still, I have never been robbed or assaulted but I am  More

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I'm from Orange County (OC). I have had nothing but trouble since moving to Riverside. 1. The dogs are aggressive guard dogs. If you want to walk or bike you  More

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Over 6 years ago

Whew where to begin with dear old riverside. I enjoyed growing up here until my high school years (back in 2011). In 7 short years the downward deterioration of the  More

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