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 Reston, VAGreat Falls, VAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock42.438.1
 Snowfall21.5  Unlock27.8
 Precipitation Days117.9116.3106.2
 Sunny197  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock85.885.8
 Avg. Jan. Low23.5  Unlock21.7
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.37
 UV Index4  Unlock4.3
 Elevation ft.3313442443
Reviews for Reston    21 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I have lived in Reston for three years and it is absolute paradise. The fact that it was a planned city from decades ago is still apparent to this day. With plenty of  More

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Over 11 years ago

Summers are hot and  More

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There is a vast network of bike and walking trails thoughout the city and neighborhoods. 40% of the city is slated to remain green so there are many trees, parks and  More

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Reviews for Great Falls    3 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

Close to Washington, DC (so you get the benefits of a major metropolitan area), yet maintains a semi-rural character. No multi-family housing. Excellent school system.  More

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Over 19 years ago

We actually live in a small part of Great Falls that is located in Loudoun County, but this comment actually applies to the bulk of the area in Northern Virginia.   More

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Over 20 years ago

It takes way too much money out here for anyone who is just starting or trying to get a foothold in the working world. You cannot afford to live anywhere without having  More

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