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I don't tolerate heat well. A lot of people say their cities have mild Summers then go onto say that the temps are in the upper 80's and 90's. To me, that's a very uncomfortable temperature. I like temps in the low to mid 70's or below. Where can I find this temperature. I know you can find it in parts of Southern California if you are within a mile or so of the ocean, but if you go any further inland, temperatures soar. I know from experience. I have lived there. But the prices you pay for living that close to the ocean in Southern Ca are prohibitive. Anyone know other cities that have extremely mild Summers?
The Pacific Northwest is mild in the summer, but it's somewhat expensive too. You would be choosing from places like Duluth, Minnesota and Burlington, Vermont among others for cool summers were it's not the cheapest, but less costly than a place like Seattle, Washington.
The Pacific Northwest is mild in the summer, but it's somewhat expensive too. You would be choosing from places like Duluth, Minnesota and Burlington, Vermont among others for cool summers were it's not the cheapest, but less costly than a place like Seattle, Washington.
I'd second the Northwest, but not everywhere has to be pricey. Of course, Seattle is expensive, but a smaller city would be way cheaper, even Portland has decently priced real estate depending on what you're looking for and in fact Seattle itself must have affordable homes.
I don't know why you skipped straight to Duluth and Burlington. That's a fair bit different and kinda selective. Also, they'll have seriously cold winters, which though the OP didn't mention it, might not be favoured.
I don't know why you skipped straight to Duluth and Burlington. That's a fair bit different and kinda selective. Also, they'll have seriously cold winters, which though the OP didn't mention it, might not be favoured.
That's a good point. I think Anchorage and Juneau, Alaska would be good options for really cool summers. It's somewhat expensive there, though.
Hands down the best summer weather is in the Pacific Northwest. For example, Seattle is typically 75 degrees, no humidity and no bugs. Homes in Seattle don't have AC. Don't need it. And loooooooong days. Sun sets after 9pm most summer days.
Some of the higher elevations in the Appalachians stay cool throughout the summer.
Boone NC and Beckley WV come to mind, although they are quite small and pretty far from any larger cities.
When I lived in Duluth I kept all 15 of my windowns open all summer, from May to September with no problem, it was nice. I loved Duluth summers. I never felt that heavy, hot, sticky summer-ness
These replies have been very helpful although I neglected to mention that I would also like to avoid harsh winters. I could handle temps as low as the teens and some snow but no blizzards please. Thanks
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