Many of us deal with extreme temps—too hot or too cold—at different times of the year. But guess what? There are actually places out there with perfect, moderate temps and loads of sunshine. No crazy winters or heat waves!
Check out these top spots for the best weather based on actual stats that consider the risk of extreme weather and natural disasters, as well as a city’s resilience to such events in its Quality of Life score, based on information from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Santa Barbara, California
One word: perfect. Santa Barbara’s weather is never too hot or too cold. Tucked between the Pacific Ocean and a protective mountain range, this Southern California gem offers over 280 sunny days a year and stays around 55 to 65 degrees year-round. There’s a bit of “June Gloom” when morning fog rolls in from May to June, but it clears by lunch, leaving you with those beautiful, sun-soaked afternoons.
Surfers suit up in wetsuits during cooler months, while summer and fall invite beachgoers to dive in wearing just their swimsuits. No matter the season, Santa Barbara feels like a slice of paradise you can call home.
Los Angeles, California
Of course, Los Angeles is basically sunshine central, with at least 280 sunny days a year and only 35 rainy ones. Summers are hot and dry, perfect for lounging in beach towns like Malibu and Venice. Winters are easy to tolerate—no freezing temps here! Even on a cooler day, you can walk along Santa Monica Beach or explore the Hollywood Walk of Fame under sunny skies…