San Diego's weather seems to be famous enough to be called the "ideal weather of a livable city."

However, those who have actually lived here all agree that there are both pros and cons.

Overall, it is a pretty nice place, but it is not always perfect.

To start with the positives, San Diego has very stable temperature changes throughout the year.

It doesn't get excessively hot in the summer, and it rarely drops below freezing in the winter.

The sunshine is pleasantly warm, and the breeze is cool, making it a great neighborhood for a walk outside.

The temperature doesn't fluctuate much in the morning and evening, which is comfortable for older people.

Aunties often say, "There's hardly any chance of catching a cold here because of the weather."

Another good thing is that even though it's a coastal area with a harbor, the humidity is low, so sweat doesn't cling to you.

People in San Diego live in the summer without feeling sticky, so those tired of the summer humidity in Korea are amazed when they come here.

The sea breeze keeps the indoor air refreshingly cool, and laundry dries very well. The abundance of sunshine is also a big advantage.

With over 260 days of clear weather a year, there are fewer days that can bring you down. The city is known for having a lower risk of depression for this reason. It's rare to have a completely cloudy day, so just taking a walk along the beach with a cup of coffee can quickly lift your spirits.

However, if I only say this, it might seem too good, so I'll honestly mention some drawbacks.

The first drawback is dryness. While low humidity is an advantage, it can be a real struggle for those with severe dry skin.

Cracked heels and white patches on the back of the hands are common. Aunties carry hand cream in their bags every winter, saying, "I can't live without hand cream."

The second issue is that while there isn't much fine dust, there are times when dust can blow around when the wind is strong.

Also, when the Santa Ana winds blow in the fall and winter, there's an oddly hot and dry wind that sweeps through the city, raising the risk of wildfires, making residents very alert. Especially those living near the mountains get anxious even if the air smells different.

The third drawback is that it rains very little. For those who find rainy days romantic, it can be quite boring.

There's hardly ever a need for an umbrella in a year, which is both an advantage and a disadvantage. The lack of rain leads to annual water shortage concerns, so lawn care and round sprinklers are often restricted in households.

Also, even a little rain can cause chaos on the roads, as drivers are not used to rain, leading to slippery roads and frequent accidents.

Finally, because the weather is consistently good throughout the year, there's a lack of seasonal feeling.

Winter feels like summer, and spring feels like winter, so there's no fun in experiencing a winter like in Korea at the end of the year.

There's not much romance in pulling out a knit in the fall or the excitement of taking out a coat in the winter.

So, those who have lived in San Diego for a long time sometimes travel to colder places just to feel the seasons.

Once you live here, you start to notice these drawbacks and think, "Ah, this city isn't perfect either."

Still, living day by day in clear, breezy, and pleasant weather is definitely a charm of San Diego.