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Yakima, WA vs Taos, NM

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Highlights
- Taos has 54.1% more rainy days than Yakima.
- Taos has 42.2% more Sunny Days than Yakima.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Taos scores 1.4% worse than Yakima

Climate
 Yakima, WATaos, NMUnited States
 Rainfall91338
 Snowfall183728
 Precipitation7369106
 Sunny199283205
 Avg. July High888686
 Avg. Jan. Low241222
 Comfort Index (higher=better)7.47.37
 UV Index2.65.94.3
 Elevation107069682443

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Reviews for Yakima    12 Reviews

Over 5 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 8 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 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 15 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 15 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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ZIPS IN YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
98902 98908 98901
ZIPS IN TAOS, NEW MEXICO
87571

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