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Springfield, VA vs Albany, NY

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- Albany has 11.8% less rainy days than Springfield.
- Albany has 7.6% less Sunny Days than Springfield.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Albany scores 6.8% worse than Springfield
 Springfield, VAAlbany, NYUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock4038
 Snowfall20  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock134106
 Sunny197  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8386
 Avg. Jan. Low25  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock6.87
 UV Index4  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock1482443
Reviews for Springfield    7 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

There are a lot of parks and playgrounds in this area. Each one has a different  More

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Over 14 years ago

We have been living in Springfield, VA for a number of years. The area does have jobs, but the quality of life is not very good. Springfield lacks a community center;  More

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Springfield, is a nice place to live. Peaceful, good schools, and close access to everything you need.  More

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Reviews for Albany    56 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I live relatively close to Albany, and I gotta say, its a great city. I think it has a lot of good places for food, good living spaces, nice jobs and offices, and I  More

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Over 6 years ago

I’ve lived just outside of Albany in Clifton Park and its always been decent for me. The town is nice and theres a lot to do. The prices are a little expensive including  More

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Over 6 years ago

Good place to retire. Walkable. Young people. Buses. Sidewalks. Feel safe here in Whitehall neighborhood. Plenty to do. Taxes in ny are high,but you get what you pay  More

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