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Harrisburg, PA vs Bethlehem, PA

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Highlights
- Bethlehem has 14.8% more rainy days than Harrisburg.
- Bethlehem has 4.7% more Sunny Days than Harrisburg.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Bethlehem scores 1.4% worse than Harrisburg
Climate
 Harrisburg, PABethlehem, PAUnited States
 Rainfall424838
 Snowfall263028
 Precipitation122120106
 Sunny193202205
 Avg. July High858486
 Avg. Jan. Low221922
 Comfort Index (higher=better)7.27.17
 UV Index4.13.74.3
 Elevation3313542443

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Reviews for Harrisburg    23 Reviews
Ryan · Harrisburg, PA
Decaying city that is a shadow of its former self.
Over 3 years ago

I wouldn't recommend Harrisburg. I currently live here, but I'm moving to Lancaster in a month. The problem with Harrisburg is that many long-term residents often refer  More

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Erik · Mechanicsburg, PA
It's OK
Over 7 years ago

I moved to Harrisburg right after college and have been here for about 6 years now. This city is OK. Downtown has some nicer restaurants, but still has just as many  More

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Dale · Harrisburg, PA
lifetime resident ready to move
Over 9 years ago

Having lived here many years I've noticed that some people are very nice but most won't give you the time of day.Due to many years of "lifetime" politicians, the city is  More

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Reviews for Bethlehem    8 Reviews
Stephen · Bethlehem, PA
Bethlehem, Memorial Day, 2011
Over 13 years ago

The city of Bethlehem is staging a revival. With the loss of tax revenue when Bethlehem Steel closed 10+ years ago the city has struggled with its finances. It has been  More

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Suzy · Bethlehem, PA
Lots to do in Bethlehem
Over 14 years ago

Whatever your intrests you will probably be able to do engage in it in Bethlehem. There are many restaurants, theaters, a casino, art galleries, etc. If you enjoy the  More

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jenna · Easton, PA
health
Over 14 years ago

very healthy  More

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