If you live a bi-coastal life in the summer you are traveling between the heat of New York and the heat of Southern California, or SoCal as it is affectionately called. But not all heat is created equal. Sometimes it’s good to escape one type (New York) and get to the other (SoCal). But other times you just crave a good summer thunderstorm!
Southern California is basically a desert on the beach when it comes to climate. Rain is rare and the heat is dry. It makes it very ideal for going to the beach, hanging outdoors for those who dislike cold weather. I grew up in Southern California and never really experienced true seasons until I moved to New York, but the New York Summer is something else. And it all boils down to humidity. 70 degrees in New York with humidity feels a lot hotter than 70 degrees in Southern California, where the air is cool and crisp. The worst part about the humidity in New York is the subway. When you walk in there it feels like you’re in a sauna you never wanted to go into. Everyone is sweating and uncomfortable, especially the people who have to go to work in suits. Girls have a bit easier because they can wear dresses, but from what I can see just about everyone suffers.
Now you are not going to find this surprising, but personally I prefer hot weather without the humidity. Embracing the outdoors on a sunny day in California is ideal weather. Without the humidity I am able to stay out in the sun longer before I break a sweat, and that is crucial for feeling fresh. Sometimes in New York you walk outside and feel like you need to shower straight away. Not fun.
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