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The Dalles, OR vs Rio Rancho, NM

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Highlights
- Rio Rancho has 34.8% less rainy days than The Dalles.
- Rio Rancho has 54.2% more Sunny Days than The Dalles.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Rio Rancho scores 2.7% better than The Dalles
 The Dalles, ORRio Rancho, NMUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1238
 Snowfall14  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock50106
 Sunny177  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock9486
 Avg. Jan. Low30  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.77
 UV Index2.8  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock52822443
Reviews for The Dalles    5 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

I've lived in The Dalles for two years and I love it. The community is so kind and eager to get people involved. It's small enough that getting around town is quick and  More

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Over 6 years ago

WE chose TheDalles after living in WA State, Arizona, PA, and Texas over a 45 year span. Small town atmosphere and traffic, one of the BEST libraries in the country,  More

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Over 10 years ago

Fifteen year implant from from Seattle, don't miss the traffic,rain and gloom. Love the sun, water, picturesque views, history, hiking, cycling, small town parades and  More

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Reviews for Rio Rancho    21 Reviews

I have lived in the area for the past three years with my husband. Although vastly better than Albuquerque, this is not a safe area. We have had overt and petty crime on  More

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The pros: -Fairly good year-round weather. Sunny days outnumber cloudy days, there are days when the temps fall below freezing and the sun will still be shining. It's  More

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Over 5 years ago

Affordable housing, low crime (compared to Albuquerque), awesome weather with all 4 seasons, beautiful environment and some pretty awesome people. I love Rio Rancho,  More

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