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North Chicago, IL vs San Mateo, CA

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- San Mateo has 32.4% less rainy days than North Chicago.
- San Mateo has 41.0% more Sunny Days than North Chicago.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, San Mateo scores 25.0% better than North Chicago
 North Chicago, ILSan Mateo, CAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock2438
 Snowfall38  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock77106
 Sunny188  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock7486
 Avg. Jan. Low16  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock8.57
 UV Index3.7  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock462443
Reviews for North Chicago    3 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

The crime stats for North Chicago show that crime reporting is a total sham. Surrounding areas like Waukegan are actually wonderful and safe compared to North Chicago.  More

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Over 13 years ago

Well,I am Active Duty NAvy who is looking to switch to Reserve and I am looking for a place with low C.O.L. so I can focus on my job and sace money, NOrth Chicago is a  More

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I grew up on Lake Shore Drive. It was wonderful to just hop on the 152 bus and go to downtown Chicago where you can do almost anything...the theatres, the shopping, the  More

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Reviews for San Mateo    12 Reviews

I have lived in San Mateo since 2013. It has seen tremendous growth, lots of new restaurants which have become progressively more high-end though there is ample  More

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I'm a native of California. I have lived in the southern part of the state and the northern part of the state for most of my life. I have spent the last 29 years in  More

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Over 15 years ago

San Mateo has a diverse mix of people, a pleasant climate, a very pleasant downtown park with lots going on, and pretty much whatever you need handy. It's not far to  More

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