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Yakima, WA vs Benson, AZ

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- Benson has 56.5% more rainy days than Yakima.
- Benson has 39.7% more Sunny Days than Yakima.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Benson scores 5.4% better than Yakima
 Yakima, WABenson, AZUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1338
 Snowfall18  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock56106
 Sunny199  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock9786
 Avg. Jan. Low24  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.87
 UV Index2.6  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock35862443
Reviews for Yakima    12 Reviews

Over 6 years ago

Overall we've enjoyed our stay in Yakima after several years and plan on being here for several more, at least. The spring and summer here are just unreal compared to  More

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Over 9 years ago

I may be relocating to Yakima, WA for a professional position at a local university. I have never lived in this part of the country as I am from the East Coast. I have  More

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Yakima is situated in the high desert, eastern elevations of the Cascade Mountain Range. Coming from the humid, eastern parts of the country, I was amazed at how  More

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Reviews for Benson    2 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

Originally first settlers were Mormon. Very family orientated. Students have nightly curfew at 11pm. Recreational events include 4th of July parade followed by  More

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Over 9 years ago

Benson, Arizona and surrounding communities is mostly of LDS faith. Followed next by Catholic then  More

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