The best times to visit Goshen for ideal weather are

April 30th to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Goshen Travel Info

Weather in Goshen

Temperature

Average temperatures in Goshen vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 34th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Goshen, the hottest months are July, August, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 83.2°F (28.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.8°F (17.1°C) at night.

Goshen Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Goshen Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Goshen Perceived Temperature (F)

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Goshen Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Goshen Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 26.2 17 8.3
Feb 19.7 9.5 0.2
Mar 36.5 27.6 19.4
Apr 52.5 42.7 34.6
May 76 63.1 51.8
Jun 72.8 63.1 54.8
Jul 80.3 69.9 60.1
Aug 78.5 68.1 59
Sep 75.7 63.6 53.2
Oct 58.9 50.1 42.4
Nov 48.9 40.5 32.6
Dec 41 34.9 29

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -3.2 -8.3 -13.2
Feb -6.8 -12.5 -17.7
Mar 2.5 -2.4 -7
Apr 11.4 5.9 1.4
May 24.4 17.3 11
Jun 22.7 17.3 12.7
Jul 26.8 21.1 15.6
Aug 25.8 20.1 15
Sep 24.3 17.6 11.8
Oct 14.9 10.1 5.8
Nov 9.4 4.7 0.3
Dec 5 1.6 -1.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Goshen are February, March, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January. For example, on the week of January 22nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of June 25th.

When can you find snow in Goshen? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Goshen.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Goshen (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 12% 0 2.3
Feb 10% 0 0.8
Mar 11% 0 1.3
Apr 25% 0 2.5
May 26% 0 4
Jun 39% 0 5.9
Jul 33% 0 3.9
Aug 21% 0 2.1
Sep 20% 0 2.6
Oct 26% 0 3.8
Nov 17% 0 1.4
Dec 26% 0 2.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 12 0 5.8
Feb 10 0 2
Mar 11 0 3.3
Apr 25 0 6.4
May 26 0 10.2
Jun 39 0 15
Jul 33 0 9.9
Aug 21 0 5.3
Sep 20 0 6.6
Oct 26 0 9.7
Nov 17 0 3.6
Dec 26 0 7.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Goshen has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is May (47% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (75.8%).

Wind in Goshen is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by January and April. March’s average wind speed of around 5.6 knots (6.4 MPH or 10.3 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 15 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Goshen.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.3 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Feb 4.4 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Mar 5.6 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Apr 4.8 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
May 4.5 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Jun 3.7 Barely noticeable 10.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 3 Barely noticeable 9.5 Significant breeze
Aug 3 Barely noticeable 9.4 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.2 Barely noticeable 9.3 Significant breeze
Oct 4.2 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Nov 4.4 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Dec 3.3 Barely noticeable 10.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 54.9%
Feb 54.7%
Mar 47.7%
Apr 53.2%
May 47%
Jun 70.6%
Jul 67.4%
Aug 69.3%
Sep 67.4%
Oct 67.5%
Nov 58.4%
Dec 75.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Goshen?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Goshen, VT, US is July, followed by August and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Goshen in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 47.2 in December means 47.2% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Goshen Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 79.4°F (26.3°C) and 25.4°F (-3.7°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Goshen, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Goshen to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 43.1°F (6.2°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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