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 Reston, VASalem, VAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock41.638.1
 Snowfall21.5  Unlock27.8
 Precipitation Days117.9121.4106.2
 Sunny197  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock86.585.8
 Avg. Jan. Low23.5  Unlock21.7
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.57
 UV Index4  Unlock4.3
 Elevation ft.33110662443
Reviews for Reston    21 Reviews

Over 3 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 10 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 Salem    4 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

I am looking for property in  More

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Over 10 years ago

When we moved from Glen Allen VA to Salem I had read on here that cost of living including housing was cheaper. Housing is less unless you want a house bigger than 1300  More

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Over 14 years ago

Salem is a lovely town surrounded by the beauty of the Blue Ridge mountains. Spring, Summer and Fall is exceptionally beautiful with moderate climate and lots of  More

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