Our verdict
The best time to visit Stowe is September-October
In summer, the average maximum temperature is around 25℃ (77℉), but temperatures can sometimes reach as high as 27℃ (81℉) on the hottest days of the year. The coldest it usually gets in winter-time in Stowe is around -16℃ (3℉).
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Stowe, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. The wet season in Stowe falls around June, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in February instead.
Keep reading to find all the info you need (and none of the stuff you don’t) about the best times to go to Stowe. By the time you get to the bottom, you’ll be ready to start booking your trip.
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Stowe seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Stowe as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Stowe is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Stowe
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Stowe for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Stowe climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Stowe for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Stowe in January
- Average temperature: -8℃ (17℉)
- Average high temperature: -5℃ (23℉)
- Average low temperature: -12℃ (10℉)
- Average humidity: 89%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 4 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Stowe in February
- Average temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average high temperature: -3℃ (26℉)
- Average low temperature: -11℃ (12℉)
- Average humidity: 89%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 19mm (1") over 3 days
- Average snow days: 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Stowe in March
- Average temperature: -2℃ (28℉)
- Average high temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average low temperature: -7℃ (20℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Stowe in April
- Average temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average low temperature: -0℃ (32℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Stowe in May
- Average temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 38mm (1") over 15 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Stowe in June
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 40mm (2") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in June, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Stowe in July
- Average temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 28mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Stowe in August
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Stowe in September
- Average temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 19mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in September, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
Stowe in October
- Average temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average high temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 34mm (1") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in October, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Stowe in November
- Average temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average high temperature: 5℃ (40℉)
- Average low temperature: -2℃ (28℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 27mm (1") over 8 days
- Average snow days: 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Stowe in December
- Average temperature: -4℃ (24℉)
- Average high temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average low temperature: -8℃ (19℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 26mm (1") over 7 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Stowe in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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