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 Reston, VASan Marcos, CAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock13.738.1
 Snowfall21.5  Unlock27.8
 Precipitation Days117.941.3106.2
 Sunny197  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock80.685.8
 Avg. Jan. Low23.5  Unlock21.7
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock9.17
 UV Index4  Unlock4.3
 Elevation ft.3315812443
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 San Marcos    5 Reviews

Just an amazing place to live. I have lived in 7 states and almost countless cities. Sam Marcos is one of the best. This is literally the longest place I have lived  More

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Over 15 years ago

Is this area to expensive for the average income retired  More

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Over 18 years ago

Beautiful Mediterranean climate with bright sunshine and ocean breazes. City is just 15 minutes away from the  More

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