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Pierre, SD vs Bismarck, ND

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Highlights
- Bismarck has 0.5% more rainy days than Pierre.
- Bismarck has 6.9% less Sunny Days than Pierre.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Bismarck scores 5.8% worse than Pierre
 Pierre, SDBismarck, NDUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1938
 Snowfall35  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock87106
 Sunny217  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8486
 Avg. Jan. Low9  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock6.57
 UV Index3.5  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock16962443
Reviews for Pierre    4 Reviews

Since coming here, I have gone through cabin fever several times. The State of South Dakota capitol is located here and has stressed it's need to lure professionals to  More

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I love Pierre. It is simply gorgeous in all seasons. In summer I can take quiet, late night walks in the cooler hours without fear. There are quite a few small  More

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Over 16 years ago

Pierre is safe and great for kids, but has no restaurants or activities to do. The town is operated by a few wealthy families that keep large good paying comapanies out.  More

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Reviews for Bismarck    14 Reviews

I have lived in many places throughout the U.S. I came here with my job and can't wait to leave. This city may be right for some people, but it's definitely not for  More

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I have lived in a small town about 45 minutes away from Bismarck and then moved to University of Mary 5 years ago and have lived in Bismarck ever since. I am still at  More

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Over 9 years ago

What is fun about Bismarck much anything around to go too ? such as lakes parks good fishing and other things resorts and casinos  More

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