Best Time to Visit Vermont
Best time to visit Vermont: June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Vermont
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Vermont month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28° | 11° | 2,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 33° | 10° | 1,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 44° | 24° | 3,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 34° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 65° | 46° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 77° | 56° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 82° | 61° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 79° | 57° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 51° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 41° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 44° | 29° | 2,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 34° | 18° | 4,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Vermont compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Vermont.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franconia Notch State Park | 45 mi | 43°F | 35°F cooler | 48 in |
| Mount Washington | 63 mi | 27°F | 51°F cooler | 54 in |
| New Hampshire | 89 mi | 48°F | +34°F warmer | 41 in |
| Montreal | 99 mi | 46°F | about the same | 42 in |
| Montreal-Trudeau International Airport | 101 mi | 47°F | about the same | 43 in |
Best time to visit each city in Vermont
1 cities mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 69°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Vermont is a state in United States. Vermont is a US state with its capital at Montpelier. It has a population of about 650.000. The capital is Montpelier.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Vermont with overcast. It feels like 68°F. Today runs from 55°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 87%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Vermont is June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 82°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 10°F.
The closest major airport is Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), about 101 mi away. Nearby highlights include Franconia Notch State Park, Mount Washington, Mont-Tremblant National Park and St. Lawrence River.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 69°F is 8.1°F above the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Vermont today at 9.3/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Vermont right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:54 PM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌤️ 58° / 45°
Mainly clear · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 62° / 41°
Light drizzle · 4% rain · wind 13 mph
Things to do in Vermont
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Vermont.
Quick facts about Vermont
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 44°15′36.4″N 72°34′31.4″W (44.2601, -72.5754) |
| Capital | Montpelier |
| Population | 650.000 |
| Area | 9.616 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | VT |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 4:54 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Explore Vermont
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Vermont?
Vermont is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 44.2601, -72.5754. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Vermont right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 75% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Vermont?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Vermont, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Vermont in?
Vermont observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:54 PM.
How many people live in Vermont?
Vermont has a population of approximately 650.000.
What is the nearest airport to Vermont?
The closest airports are Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 101 mi away, Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 153 mi away and LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 250 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Vermont?
Popular options include Franconia Notch State Park, Mount Washington, Mont-Tremblant National Park, St. Lawrence River, Cape Cod National Seashore and Baxter State Park.
What places are in Vermont?
Vermont covers 1 places in this atlas, including Burlington.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 2, 2026 at 4:54 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
