Weather ranks high on the list of reasons people choose where to live in the United States.

States that are easy to live in through most seasons keep pulling people in.

Nine states come up again and again for pleasant climate: Hawaii, Florida, California, Arizona, South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, and New Mexico.

Keep reading to see what daily weather feels like in each one and which fits your style.

1. Hawaii

Hawaii keeps a steady tropical baseline all year. Ocean influence and trade winds limit temperature spikes, so even the warmest months stay close to the cooler ones.

Rain varies sharply by island side and elevation, with wet windward slopes and drier leeward slopes often only a short drive apart.

Popularity for relocation stays high, mainly driven by climate and lifestyle, even with the cost barrier.

Housing remains among the priciest in the country: late-2025 medians for single-family homes sit a bit above $1.0M statewide, while typical home values hover in the low to mid $800k range, higher on Oahu. The numbers keep increasing all the time, as I can see on Zillow.

Buyers usually face limited inventory and slow turnover, so price drops are rare outside short market dips.

2. Florida

Florida stays warm year-round, with winters that feel short and gentle compared with most of the country. Summer brings heavy humidity and daily storm cycles, so heat can feel stronger than the number on a thermometer suggests.

Coastal zones get some relief from sea breezes, while inland areas hold thicker heat through July and August.

Relocation popularity remains strong, though slower than the early-2020s rush. Net domestic migration stayed positive in 2024, and demand still leans toward metro corridors like Tampa Bay, Orlando, and South Florida.

Housing costs remain elevated for the region: late-2025 median single-family sale prices sit a little above $400k statewide, condos closer to $300k, with inventory rising and prices softening slightly in some markets.

Storm risk makes home maintenance more than a routine. Impeccably crafted roof installations are critical before hurricane season, since wind and flying debris target weak shingles, flashing, and fasteners first.

Many insurers also check roof age and materials when setting premiums or deciding coverage, so a solid inspection and timely repair before June can save serious stress later.

Also Read: Which Florida City Is Better? St. Augustine vs Tampa

3. California

Coastal California keeps the mild profile people expect: warm, dry summers and cooler, wetter winters without deep cold.

Pacific influence smooths out extremes, so day-to-day weather stays stable compared with most inland regions. Inland valleys and desert edges run far hotter, so the famous “pleasant climate” label mostly applies to the coast.

Housing demand along the coast stays strong and keeps prices high. Statewide median single-family prices in 2025 sit in the high $800k range, with big metro areas above that, while some inland counties are lower.

Sales activity picked up in late 2025 as prices eased slightly, yet affordability pressure remains heavy.

4. Arizona

Arizona delivers dry air and strong sun for most of the calendar. Winters in Phoenix and Tucson feel like a long, bright spring, which is why the state attracts retirees and remote workers.

Summer is the tradeoff, with long runs of extreme heat in the low desert and cooler relief only at higher elevations.

Relocation interest stays high, though growth cooled after prices jumped earlier in the decade.

Typical home values in late 2025 are around the low $400k range statewide, with metro Phoenix higher than most other areas.

Inventory increased compared with 2022 and 2023, giving buyers more choice, yet climate demand keeps prices firm.

5. South Carolina

South Carolina sits in the humid subtropical zone, so summers are hot and damp while winters are short and mild.

Coastal areas like Charleston get long, comfortable shoulder seasons in spring and fall, often the best weather of the year.

Summer storms and hurricane exposure come with the warm ocean air.

State growth remains near the top nationally, driven by climate, tax profile, and metro job pull.

October 2025 median sale prices are around the upper $300k range statewide, with typical home values near $300k, still cheaper than many Sun Belt peers.

6. North Carolina

North Carolina offers a blended climate. Coastlines bring mild winters and long beach seasons, while the Piedmont stays warm most of the year with a noticeable yet manageable winter.

Mountains in the west stay cooler in summer and see more winter snow than the rest of the state.

Market demand stays high, pushed by job growth and climate pull in metro areas like Raleigh-Durham, Charlotte, and coastal towns.

The median home price sits around $387k statewide, up a few percent year over year, with inventory rising and giving buyers more choice than earlier in the decade.

7. Georgia

Georgia runs classic Southeast weather: long, hot, humid summers and winters that stay mild with only brief cold shots.

Spring and fall can feel close to ideal, especially in the north and in coastal cities with routine sea breezes.

Housing cooled slightly in 2025 after rapid growth earlier, yet prices remain solid because demand stays heavy near Atlanta and coastal hubs.

The median price sits around $369k statewide, down a little year over year, while active listings are up, so buyers have more room to negotiate.

8. Texas

The climate depends on location more than any other state on your list.

Gulf cities feel hot and humid with frequent storms, central Texas stays hot, but a bit drier, and west Texas shifts into high desert with bigger temperature swings and far less rain.

Winter stays mild in most regions, while summer runs long and intense nearly everywhere.

Texas keeps pulling new residents, even with slower growth than the 2021 to 2023 peak.

The median home price is about $342k statewide, slightly down year over year, and listings are up, so buyers face less bidding chaos than earlier years.

9. New Mexico

New Mexico brings dry air and heavy sunshine. Elevation keeps summer heat from turning into Gulf-style humidity, yet high desert geography creates large swings between daytime warmth and cool nights.

Winter nights get cold, while daytime sun still makes many days feel usable.

Home prices rose in 2025 as demand stayed steady in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and a few smaller hubs.

The median price sits around $405k statewide, up roughly 4 percent year over year, with a visible split between pricey metros and cheaper rural counties.

Bottom Line

Weather is a major quality of life lever, and the nine states on this list earn their reputation through long runs of comfortable days.

Hawaii and Florida lead with steady warmth, coastal California adds mild balance, Arizona and New Mexico bring dry sun, while the Carolinas, Georgia, and Texas offer long warm seasons with regional variety.

Tradeoffs still exist, mainly summer heat, humidity, storm risk, and housing costs, so the best pick depends on tolerance for those.