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Ocala, FL vs Surprise, AZ

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Highlights
- Surprise has 82.3% less rainy days than Ocala.
- Surprise has 29.2% more Sunny Days than Ocala.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Surprise scores 4.3% better than Ocala
 Ocala, FLSurprise, AZUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock938
 Snowfall0  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock32106
 Sunny233  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock10686
 Avg. Jan. Low43  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.37
 UV Index6.4  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock11752443
Reviews for Ocala    56 Reviews

My wife and I have lived in Ocala as retirees since 2014 and we love it here. It is definitely a place for retired folks. There is lots to do here for us. As for  More

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I lived here for 12 years during my 20's to early 30's. Raised my children and started careers. This place offered plenty of work, good neighbors and lots of memories.  More

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Over 4 years ago

I like this city, a small town and a lot to offer for adults between 30 to seniors. Now if you planing to move with teens is not for you, unless you coming from another  More

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Reviews for Surprise    52 Reviews

I have lived in Surprise, Az. For the past 21 years. One of the best cities to live in Az. From the police department to maintaining the streets & freeways. One thing I  More

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I am an Arizona native - 55 years - and have lived in Surprise since 2003. I wouldn't live anywhere else! I have watched this place grow and prosper. It is very family  More

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Over 12 years ago

The city of surprise is a beautiful place. It would not be a good place to live however. They have a young eager police force. You are taking a BIG risk driving  More

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