No question sunshine is a major, major factor. As I mentioned earlier, Buffalo is like Seattle without the rain. The gloom from Oct. through April is terrible. But beyond that, the duration of temps under 60 degrees is unacceptable. It's May 6, and the outlook is 50's for the week, then maybe we'll hit the 60's. Not a 70 in sight till probably June. It's just too long for me. I love the windows open, being outdoors, just sitting in a lounge chair in the sun reading a book. Hopeless...WillRetire wrote: ↑Thu May 06, 2021 9:43 pm Think about whether it is the cold or the duration of winter or a lack of sunshine that affects you.
Sunshine is a big factor for me. Some places are quite grey and I would rather have sunny & cold than grey & warm. But everyone is different.
The suggestions and info here have been awesome. I have at least 2 more years to go until my daughter determines her fate (college, etc.), so we'll see.