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Taos, NM vs New Paltz, NY

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Highlights
- New Paltz has 259.5% more rainy days than Taos.
- New Paltz has 37.5% less Sunny Days than Taos.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, New Paltz scores 5.5% worse than Taos
 Taos, NMNew Paltz, NYUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock4738
 Snowfall37  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock125106
 Sunny283  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8486
 Avg. Jan. Low12  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock6.97
 UV Index5.9  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock2392443
Reviews for Taos    6 Reviews

I’ve traveled to many places in my lifetime. New Mexico is a favorite. Typically we stay in The Inn of The Governor’s in Santa Fe. (It’s an awesome place.) This  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos is beautiful with much to offer. However, housing is very expensive. Because much of the town's economy focuses on tourism, there are few jobs available in other  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos has a diverse culture which has helped create a diverse art market with over 100 galleries and studios. From traditional native arts to contemporary, Taos has it  More

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Reviews for New Paltz    1 Reviews

I have lived in New Paltz my entire life, but I plan on moving for work. The good: Outdoor activities -Miles and miles of carriage trails for hiking, biking and  More

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