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New Paltz, NY vs Kirkland, WA

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Highlights
- Kirkland has 13.8% less rainy days than New Paltz.
- Kirkland has 13.6% less Sunny Days than New Paltz.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Kirkland scores 7.2% better than New Paltz
 New Paltz, NYKirkland, WAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock4138
 Snowfall43  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock162106
 Sunny177  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock7686
 Avg. Jan. Low13  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.47
 UV Index3.6  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock1542443
Reviews for New Paltz    1 Reviews

I have lived in New Paltz my entire life, but I plan on moving for work. The good: Outdoor activities -Miles and miles of carriage trails for hiking, biking and  More

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Reviews for Kirkland    14 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

12 years in Kirkland. It sure changed but love it. Great waterfront, restaurants, art galleries, public transportation, parks, and schools. And only 20 minutes from  More

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Beautiful water and mountain views, enticing wailing culture, bars, restaurants and upscale shopping. Lived here for 7 years now and lookig to move to someplace sunnier  More

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Over 14 years ago

We are not living in our home in Kirkland at the moment (retired now and moving about) and we miss it. Our home is in a lovely small cul de sac and backs on to a  More

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