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Hastings, MN vs Ames, IA

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Highlights
- Ames has 10.5% more rainy days than Hastings.
- Ames has 2.0% more Sunny Days than Hastings.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Ames scores 4.5% better than Hastings

Climate
 Hastings, MNAmes, IAUnited States
 Rainfall323638
 Snowfall403028
 Precipitation112109106
 Sunny198202205
 Avg. July High828486
 Avg. Jan. Low51122
 Comfort Index (higher=better)6.66.97
 UV Index3.13.84.3
 Elevation7229482443

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Reviews for Hastings    2 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

Tons of reasons why Hastings is the best. Some natives, some transplants which makes for a great mix. We welcome the new because if you pick Hastings for what it is  More

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Over 17 years ago

Hastings, MN is a nice place to live if you enjoy a small-town atmosphere. The people are mostly friendly, everybody knows everybody, and the way of life is hard set  More

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Reviews for Ames    12 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Hello, I am in San Jose Ca, but am seriously thinking of moving somewhere much slower for a better quality of living. I've just turned 59, so I'm kinda preparing for  More

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Over 12 years ago

Like every other city Ames has both good and bad points. The good points are: low cost of living, very friendly people, lots of outdoor activities and quite a few events  More

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Ames enjoys a high quality of life at a very affordable cost, substantially lower than many other communities. The presence of Iowa State University, a large (28,000  More

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ZIPS IN HASTINGS, MINNESOTA
55033
ZIPS IN AMES, IOWA
50010 50014 50012

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