Hello! I'm from a really dry area and honestly, the idea of going to college somewhere with a lot of rain sounds pretty appealing to me. Does anyone know which colleges tend to get the most rainfall?
Sure, I can provide some information on that! In the United States, the Pacific Northwest tends to get the most rainfall. This includes states like Washington and Oregon, which are known for their rainy climates.
1. University of Washington: Located in Seattle, UW is one of the rainiest universities in the United States. Seattle gets an average of 152 rainy days per year, and is known for its cloudy, drizzly weather.
2. Oregon State University: Located in Corvallis, Oregon, OSU also gets a lot of rain. This area gets an average of 144 wet days per year.
Other universities in areas with high rainfall include the University of Oregon in Eugene, and Portland State University in Portland, Oregon.
Moving to the East Coast, Florida also experiences a considerable amount of rainfall, particularly during the summer and early fall due to its subtropical climate:
3. University of Florida: Located in Gainesville, this university sees quite a bit of rain, particularly during hurricane season.
Bear in mind that each of these places might have different types of rain. Pacific Northwest rain is typically light but persistent drizzle, whereas Florida rain is often more tropical, with heavy downpours and thunderstorms.
It's always a good idea to visit these colleges or at least research their climate thoroughly if weather is a critical factor in your decision-making process!
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