San Francisco

You can visit San Francisco comfortably any time of year. The climate here always feels Mediterranean and moderate -- with a foggy, sometimes chilly bite. The temperature rarely drops below 40°F, and anything warmer than 80°F is considered a heat wave. Be prepared for rain in winter, especially December and January. Winds off the ocean can add to the chill factor, so pack warm clothing. North, east, and south of the city, summers are warmer.

A flower in your hair, layers for fickle fog, and comfortable shoes for walking up and down San Francisco's famously hilly streets. Much like their Angeleno counterparts, San Franciscans dont bother to look cool, they just do. A hoodie, vintage kicks and worn-in denim are a City must.

It doesn't matter how long you've lived in the city: catching sight of sunlight dancing on the bay as you crest the hill or the Golden Gate Bridge vanishing and reemerging through the summer fog can still make a San Franciscan's heart swell. If nothing else, the bay provides a stunning backdrop to a visit here, but there are plenty of ways to enjoy it the way the locals do.