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I find that my RA actually gets MUCH better in the winter as long as the weather stays dry.  If it's severely cold and wet at the same time--not so good.  Most people have swelling and inflammation with their RA.  My doctor preaches adding ice packs to the swelling.  Ergo, the cold dry air of winter acts like an all-over ice pack.  I live in Texas where it is primarily HOT and HUMID.  My summers are pretty much miserable.  I'm always looking for the coldest spot near any air conditioner.  The heat will actually cause a flare for me.  In my book, cold is definitely better.   I have had RA for nearly 10 years--diagnosed for 6.  I have taken Remicade, Humira, Enbrel, Rituxan, Methotrexate, and I'm now on Orencia.  They each only work for so long before my body rejects them.