I live in central Minnesota. We have no snow also. We also burn wood a few month in the winter to help on the gas bill. Today it got very warm. I put a light coat on and went outside to sit and drink my coffee. Later I opened the screen on my front door to let fresh air in. I also went out on my deck later on in bare foot and no coat. Now we are suppose to have snow, not early spring or late fall in December. Sure is going to make for a short winter. Love it.