2025 Compare Cities Climate:
Taos, NM vs Whittier, CA

Change Cities
Highlights
- Whittier has 13.0% more rainy days than Taos.
- Whittier has 1.8% less Sunny Days than Taos.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Whittier scores 27.4% better than Taos
 Taos, NMWhittier, CAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1538
 Snowfall37  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock29106
 Sunny283  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8686
 Avg. Jan. Low12  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock9.37
 UV Index5.9  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock3672443
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

   |    Reply

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

   |    Reply

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

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Taos

Reviews for Whittier    6 Reviews

Over 8 years ago

I have lived in Whittier for over 15 years.Whittier is a great place to live. The City Council has spent millions on street improvements especially on the entrances to  More

   |    Reply

The EWCSD has some really good schools. Management needs some work, but great, caring  More

   |    Reply

I have been a parent at St Gregory for almost 5 years now, I am extremely pleased, the teachers have gone above and beyond to educate our children to the fullest to  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Whittier


Premium Subscription
Includes Cost of Living compares for child care, utilities, transportation, health, taxes, housing for home owners vs renters, weather, insurance premiums and so much more.


The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.