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Ithaca, NY vs Arcata, CA

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- Arcata has 23.0% more rainy days than Ithaca.
- Arcata has 12.9% more Sunny Days than Ithaca.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Arcata scores 18.8% better than Ithaca
 Ithaca, NYArcata, CAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock4638
 Snowfall63  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock124106
 Sunny155  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock6586
 Avg. Jan. Low15  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.67
 UV Index3.2  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock232443
Reviews for Ithaca    32 Reviews

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For a small city, its downtown has grown significantly and serves as the hub of the community. The Ithaca Commons remains the central gathering space for locals,  More

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Over 4 years ago

Great place to live. Lots to do, vibrant culture, and beautiful scenery. Don't fear the winter--it's even beautiful then. Only complaint is the housing market. Way  More

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I was born, raised, educated there (Ithaca High and Cornell). In my opinion, before leaving to pursue my career, it seemed like the most beautiful, clean, low crime,  More

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Reviews for Arcata    17 Reviews

Pros: Nature hikes Cons: One of highest crime rates in the nation. Opioid epidemic going on (you’ll regularly witness drug deals and ppl doing drugs) No  More

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It takes a special set of preferences to select Arcata. Is this you? - You love clouds and fog. You are happy if you see the sun maybe 10-20 times a year. - Chilly  More

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Over 11 years ago

I've lived in Humboldt for over 30 yrs and know all the areas well. Arcata is the jewel of Humboldt due to having a university and many liberal creative people. There is  More

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