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FYI, my grandfather died of skin cancer. But he died in his 80s, and from the sun in Europe. He used to work a vineyard and would regularly go to the seaside every summer. While this may seem like a horror story for sun haters, he was actually my longest living grandparent and on top of that he had bad vices like alcoholism (always drinking his wine), and smoking. But when you get to your 80s, you will die of something.
To me, a perfect climate would have high temperatures between 60° and 75°, and low temperatures between 30° and 45°. Then again, that might get boring after a while, so let's make sure to have enough seasonal variation for a couple of snowstorms in the winter and a couple of heat waves in the summer. Variety is the spice of life, after all.
To me, a perfect climate would be from about 63-68 degrees in the morning. That's perfect for running, biking, and other outdoor sports. By noon, the temperature shifts up to 83 to 88. That's perfect for outdoor swimming. By late day/evening, the temperature hovers around 78. Perfect for outdoor dining, rooftop parties, or sitting on a porch. I'd be able to regulate all of this through my phone. At night, humidity would increase slightly.
Winter would last two weeks: December 17 through 31. It would snow once per year, on Christmas Day, and the temperature would never fall below 31 degrees.
To me, a perfect climate would be from about 63-68 degrees in the morning. That's perfect for running, biking, and other outdoor sports. By noon, the temperature shifts up to 83 to 88. That's perfect for outdoor swimming. By late day/evening, the temperature hovers around 78. Perfect for outdoor dining, rooftop parties, or sitting on a porch.
Winter would last two weeks: December 17 through 31. It would snow once per year, on Christmas Day, and the temperature would never fall below 31 degrees.
As much as I like this, I need some unpredictability. I'd keep everything as is here but I'd let January do it's own thing-could be in the 20's, could be in the 50's. There could be several blizzards, or no snow at all.
By February, it'd be back to 63-88 until December 17th again.
As much as I like this, I need some unpredictability. I'd keep everything as is here but I'd let January do it's own thing-could be in the 20's, could be in the 50's. There could be several blizzards, or no snow at all.
Why not have a "wildcard" day each week? I pick Tuesday. Not a big fan of Tuesdays.
Why not have a "wildcard" day each week? I pick Tuesday. Not a big fan of Tuesdays.
Hah-that could work too. Funny enough, I'm not the biggest fan of Tuesdays either- poor Monday takes all the unnecessary hate and heat while Tuesday is just sitting there all pretty and praised LOL.
FYI, my grandfather died of skin cancer. But he died in his 80s, and from the sun in Europe. He used to work a vineyard and would regularly go to the seaside every summer. While this may seem like a horror story for sun haters, he was actually my longest living grandparent and on top of that he had bad vices like alcoholism (always drinking his wine), and smoking. But when you get to your 80s, you will die of something.
Most people can get the sunlight they need without tanning. That's my point. I'm not saying that we should avoid SUNLIGHT, but that we should avoid tanning.
"But we have great winters." Same thing a Floridian would say. First of all, I think New England has bar none, the best climate in the US. Four seasons and all kinds of weather for everyone's taste. I grew up in Florida, and the climate is one of the very last things I miss. I love having four seasons, and even though Texas is warm, it does have seasons, and some snow too! If yer moving to Florida only because of weather, you're in for a shocker. I personally think the south in general, including Texas, is the worst place to live in this country. The northeast may be more expensive, but you get your damn money's worth most of the time!
Who hikes in the winter, seriously? Cross country skiing, skiing, snowboarding I will give you. But those sports are better when you're in some Colorado or California mountain, sun glaring and high in the 30s. If you do in the serious cold, people often need to regularly warm up (hands, feet go numb).
It's generally people who prefer cold, are people who prefer wearing layers, and are out of shape.
I'm 5'7 and 126 pounds, totally not out of shape, and I love hiking out when it snows. Absolutely beautiful seeing everything covered in white instead of a yucky brown or mundane green. If you're really outdoorsy, you'll go out and appreciate mother nature in whatever she brings. I used to walk home from the bus when I lived in Miami, 30 minute walk to save money, and 80+ temps and humidity and felt I was gonna die, but I survived lol. I went outside in 20 degree weather last month, without a shirt for a few minutes and it felt much better than the heat lol obviously gonna wanna put on layers after a while but really, the cold is not so bad. Unless it's below zero, you'll be fine.
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